gazebo

¹

[ guh-zey-boh, -zee- ]

noun

, plural ga·ze·bos, ga·ze·boes.

1. a structure, as an open or latticework pavilion or summerhouse, built on a site that provides an attractive view.
2. a small roofed structure that is screened on all sides, used for outdoor entertaining and dining.

gazebo

²

[ guh-zey-boh, -zee- ]

noun

, plural ga·ze·bos.

1. gazabo.

gazebo

/ ɡəˈziːbəʊ /

noun

1. a summerhouse, garden pavilion, or belvedere, sited to command a view

Word History and Origins

Origin of gazebo¹

First recorded in 1745–55; origin uncertain

Word History and Origins

Origin of gazebo¹

C18: perhaps a pseudo-Latin coinage based on gaze

Example Sentences

Lighter weights also translate to better maneuverability, which is key when you’ll be gathering leaves over and around landscaping, lawn ornaments, wraparound porches, gazebos, and other obstacles.

From Popular-Science

He said the vigil would take place at or near the site of the park’s main gazebo.

From Washington Blade

She decided to leave, and for many days the two stayed in the city’s center plaza, where hundreds of other migrants have started to live in a tent encampment and a small gazebo to try to protect themselves from the elements.

From Time

AmazonIf you’re looking for a television for your gazebo or patio this Amazon Prime Day, Sunproof’s Weatherproof TV is it.

From Popular-Science

There is now outdoor seating under an open-air tent and a table for eight in the gazebo perched on the hillside overlooking the snaking blue line of the Potomac River.

From Washington Post

Its garden which used to be terraced down to the river, and quaint little gazebo are still lovely.

From Project Gutenberg

One gazebo wants to buy a castle in the old country; another wants a racing stable; another a steam yacht.

From Project Gutenberg

And if I find any gazebo getting too thick with her, then up speaks little Bertie for the word that makes her his.

From Project Gutenberg

You're goin' t' frame up a nice little telegram t' this guy Geoff—oh, you sure are th' fly gazebo!

From Project Gutenberg

The Folly was a long two-storied house, with a tower or gazebo at one end.

From Project Gutenberg

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