gazebo
1 Americannoun
plural
gazebos, gazeboes-
a structure, as an open or latticework pavilion or summerhouse, built on a site that provides an attractive view.
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a small roofed structure that is screened on all sides, used for outdoor entertaining and dining.
noun
plural
gazebosnoun
Etymology
Origin of gazebo
First recorded in 1745–55; origin uncertain
Example Sentences
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Founded in 1838, Mount Hope was one of the earliest “garden cemeteries” to feature elaborate headstones, gazebos and benches used for public recreation as well as for burials.
From Literature
We meet in a park and sit under a cafe's gazebo to escape the rain.
From BBC
I haven’t seen this many gazebos since we visited Disneyland Paris.
From Literature
Orion was chasing other dogs around, while Llewelyn was speaking Wild to the birds in the gazebo.
From Literature
They even talk about it when they’re on the gazebo, the terrace; they have that whole scene where it is all about asking questions, not answering questions.
From Los Angeles Times
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