gazebo
noun
ga·ze·bo
gə-ˈzē-(ˌ)bō 
also -ˈzā-
plural gazebos
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: a freestanding roofed structure usually open on the sides
Synonyms
Examples of gazebo in a Sentence
a gazebo on the mansion's south lawn
Recent Examples on the Web
These ornate instruments also make lovely decorations for a Southern front porch, garden, or gazebo.
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Nor'adila Hepburn, Southern Living, 17 Apr. 2024
In addition to other outdoor amenities such as a tennis court, easily accessible walking trails, a large gazebo, and a fire pit, deeded entitlements to build stables and barns will come in handy for equestrians.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 12 Apr. 2024
Areas being considered are near Robert’s Cottages along The Strand, along the pedestrian path from the south jetty parking lot, and in front of the gazebo at the northern end of Harbor Beach.
—Phil Diehl, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Dec. 2023
Leasing ads for the commercial space emphasize that the apartments will be a mix of studios and one- and two-bedroom units with a pool, gazebo, clubhouse and other amenities.
—Don Stacom, Hartford Courant, 15 Jan. 2024
Follow the path along the river, or relax in the shade of the gazebo.
—Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 25 Mar. 2024
The 26-year-old shared the happy news on Instagram with a series of photos of Owens proposing in a gazebo in Houston, Texas.
—Diane J. Cho, Peoplemag, 14 Mar. 2024
At an event in Irmo, just outside Columbia, a crew was setting up American and South Carolina state flags around a gazebo in the middle of the grass.
—Antonia Hitchens, The New Yorker, 23 Feb. 2024
All in, the villa can sleep 14 with enough space left over for large-scale entertaining in spaces, like in the grand, 480-square-foot dining gazebo.
—Anna Kim, Robb Report, 22 Feb. 2024
Nor'adila Hepburn, Southern Living, 17 Apr. 2024
In addition to other outdoor amenities such as a tennis court, easily accessible walking trails, a large gazebo, and a fire pit, deeded entitlements to build stables and barns will come in handy for equestrians.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 12 Apr. 2024
Areas being considered are near Robert’s Cottages along The Strand, along the pedestrian path from the south jetty parking lot, and in front of the gazebo at the northern end of Harbor Beach.
—Phil Diehl, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Dec. 2023
Leasing ads for the commercial space emphasize that the apartments will be a mix of studios and one- and two-bedroom units with a pool, gazebo, clubhouse and other amenities.
—Don Stacom, Hartford Courant, 15 Jan. 2024
Follow the path along the river, or relax in the shade of the gazebo.
—Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 25 Mar. 2024
The 26-year-old shared the happy news on Instagram with a series of photos of Owens proposing in a gazebo in Houston, Texas.
—Diane J. Cho, Peoplemag, 14 Mar. 2024
At an event in Irmo, just outside Columbia, a crew was setting up American and South Carolina state flags around a gazebo in the middle of the grass.
—Antonia Hitchens, The New Yorker, 23 Feb. 2024
All in, the villa can sleep 14 with enough space left over for large-scale entertaining in spaces, like in the grand, 480-square-foot dining gazebo.
—Anna Kim, Robb Report, 22 Feb. 2024
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“Gazebo.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gazebo. Accessed 30 Apr. 2024.
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gazebo
noun
ga·ze·bo
gə-ˈzē-bō
plural gazebos
: a freestanding roofed structure usually open on the sides
Etymology
perhaps from gaze and Latin -ebo, as in videbo "I shall see"
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