alfresco

or al fres·co

[ al-fres-koh ]

adverb

1. outdoors; in the open air:

   to dine alfresco.

adjective

1. outdoor:

   an alfresco café.

alfresco

/ ælˈfrɛskəʊ /

adjective

1. in the open air

Word History and Origins

Origin of alfresco¹

First recorded in 1710–20; from Italian: “in the cool, in a cool place”; fresco

Word History and Origins

Origin of alfresco¹

C18: from Italian: in the cool

Example Sentences

Led by Netanel and the members of her High Vibe Tribe, it’s a 90-minute alfresco experience that includes harp, flute, gongs, chimes, rain sticks, crystal bowls and other relaxing sound makers.

From Los Angeles Times

The couple’s 2001 alfresco nuptials were chronicled on the TLC series “A Wedding Story.”

From New York Times

The 6,500-square-foot space includes an alfresco cocktail bar, a cannabis dispensary and a food-forward consumption lounge — each with its own point of entry.

From Los Angeles Times

I rarely eat alfresco — whether picnics or barbecues — as the risk of food poisoning goes up when food is taken outdoors.

From Salon

This alfresco staging of “Hamlet,” directed by Kenny Leon, is Blankson-Wood’s fifth production at the Delacorte Theater in Central Park.

From New York Times

Related Words

• rustic