alfresco
adjective or adverb
al·fres·co
al-ˈfre-(ˌ)skō 
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In addition to describing a type of dining, alfresco can also describe a kind of painting. The word fresco, which comes from the Italian adjective fresco, meaning "fresh," refers to a method of painting on fresh plaster. Although the "outdoors" sense of alfresco is by far the most common in current use, the term is sometimes used to describe painting done in the fresco manner—that is, on fresh plaster.
Examples of alfresco in a Sentence
the restaurant's shaded terrace is highly recommended for those seeking to dine alfresco
during the summer months, the theater company puts on a series of alfresco performances
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The property features an alfresco kitchen and circular cabana bar for meals under the sun, which are best followed by a dip in the infinity pool and jacuzzi.
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Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 7 Dec. 2024
Couples and friends would gravitate to the nearby Ivanhoe Lounge, which has an alfresco top deck and a cozy indoor space with floor-to-ceiling windows, for an aperitif.
—Jacqui Gifford, Travel + Leisure, 30 Nov. 2024
After alfresco pre-dinner drinks overlooking the pristine courtyard, the enchanting sounds of Italian opera signaled the call to dinner.
—Eliseé Browchuk, Vogue, 13 Oct. 2024
The cockpit is equipped with plush wrap-around seating, a fridge, and a sink, meaning guests can enjoy alfresco hangouts at sea.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 9 Sep. 2024
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Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 7 Dec. 2024
Couples and friends would gravitate to the nearby Ivanhoe Lounge, which has an alfresco top deck and a cozy indoor space with floor-to-ceiling windows, for an aperitif.
—Jacqui Gifford, Travel + Leisure, 30 Nov. 2024
After alfresco pre-dinner drinks overlooking the pristine courtyard, the enchanting sounds of Italian opera signaled the call to dinner.
—Eliseé Browchuk, Vogue, 13 Oct. 2024
The cockpit is equipped with plush wrap-around seating, a fridge, and a sink, meaning guests can enjoy alfresco hangouts at sea.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 9 Sep. 2024
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“Alfresco.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/alfresco. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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