cabana

noun

1
: a lightweight structure with living facilities
2
: a tentlike shelter usually with an open side facing a beach or swimming pool

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The 17-acre beach club will feature pools, swim-up bars, cabanas, and three distinct areas for families, adults, and those seeking a more relaxed experience. Nathan Diller, USA TODAY, 12 Dec. 2024 The new vessel has 20 suites that feature full-length windows and onboard amenities include a cinema, top deck plunge pool, and sun deck with lounge chairs and cabanas. Paris Wilson, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Dec. 2024 Nearby will be a saltwater pool with a wooden deck dotted with parasols, sunbeds and private cabanas in which cocktails will be served. Laurie Werner, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024 Photo : Legendary Productions Outside is a resort-style pool area and a poolside cabana. Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 2 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for cabana 

Word History

Etymology

Spanish cabaña, literally, hut, from Medieval Latin capanna

First Known Use

1890, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of cabana was in 1890

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“Cabana.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cabana. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.

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cabana

noun
ca·​bana kə-ˈban-(y)ə How to pronounce cabana (audio)
: a shelter usually with an open side facing the sea or a swimming pool

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