loggia

[ loj-uh, loh-jee-uh; Italian lawd-jah ]

noun

, plural log·gias, Italian log·gie [lawd, -je].

1. a gallery or arcade open to the air on at least one side.
2. a space within the body of a building but open to the air on one side, serving as an open-air room or as an entrance porch.

loggia

/ ˈlɒdʒə; ˈlɒdʒɪə /

noun

1. a covered area on the side of a building, esp one that serves as a porch
2. an open balcony in a theatre

Word History and Origins

Origin of loggia¹

From Italian, dating back to 1735–45; lodge

Word History and Origins

Origin of loggia¹

C17: Italian, from French loge. See lodge

Example Sentences

Francis’ address from the loggia marked his main appearance for Christmas Day, though he is expected to deliver a blessing on Tuesday, the feast of St. Stephen, which is also a holiday in Italy.

From Seattle Times

A boisterous example confronts visitors almost upon entry, in the long hallway known as the loggia.

From Los Angeles Times

The site in Trastevere identified as the oldest synagogue in Rome — a humble brick house with a small arched loggia at narrow, cobbled Vicolo dell’Atleta, 14 — is not classical but medieval.

From New York Times

Within an hour, he appeared on its loggia before hundreds of thousands of onlookers and announced his name, Benedict XVI.

From New York Times

A vine-strewn loggia leads to the backyard, where winding steps descend to a private backyard with a swimming pool, spa and cabana.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• gallery
• mall
• walkway