gazebos

/ɡəˈziːboʊz/

NOUN

1. Roofed outdoor garden structures

Freestanding, usually open-sided structures with roofs, commonly located in gardens, parks, or lawns and used as sheltered places for sitting, relaxing, or gathering.

1.1. Sheltered outdoor seating structures

Detached, roofed structures that provide shade and shelter for people sitting, relaxing, or socializing outdoors.

Synonyms

  • pavilions
  • summerhouses
  • belvederes
  • garden shelters

Examples

  • The park has several gazebos where families can gather for picnics.
  • The community installed new gazebos to provide shaded seating for visitors.
  • The couple rented one of the gazebos by the beach for their anniversary celebration.

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1.2. Decorative structures in landscaped areas

Ornamental, roofed structures placed in gardens or public parks, often serving as attractive gathering points or places to enjoy the surrounding scenery.

Synonyms

  • belvederes
  • pavilions
  • summerhouses
  • garden pavilions

Examples

  • The event featured beautiful gazebos decorated with flowers and ribbons.
  • As they walked through the garden, they admired the charming gazebos.
  • The historic estate contains several ornamental gazebos surrounded by flowering plants.

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