gazebo

¹

[guh-zey-boh, -zee-]

noun

plural

gazebos, gazeboes 

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

gazebos 

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

It opens to a backyard with an expansive lawn, pebble-sheen pool and spa with a cascading waterfall, an outdoor kitchen with barbecue facilities, a picturesque gazebo, and a fire-pit lounge.

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The grill center in the expansive gazebo provides an ideal setting to host guests for outdoor dining and lounging next to the pool.

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They also said additional gazebos and parasols had been installed.

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On an overcast Thursday in early October, Springfield’s home is socked-in under a marine layer, but in his backyard gazebo, a cozy fireplace is crackling.

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The best prepared bring a gazebo, fridge and spreadsheet containing a scientific nutrition and hydration strategy.

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