awning

aw·ning

noun \ˈȯ-niŋ, ˈä-niŋ\

Definition of AWNING

: a rooflike cover extending over or in front of a place (as over the deck or in front of a door or window) as a shelter

— aw·ninged \-niŋd\ adjective

Examples of AWNING

1. <stayed under the awning outside the shop during the rainstorm>

Origin of AWNING

origin unknown

First Known Use: 1582

Related to AWNING

Synonyms: canopy, ceiling, cover, roof, tent

Related Words: dome, marquee, pavilion; arbor, bower, pergola; screen, shade, shelter, shield, sunshade, umbrella; canvas (also canvass), fly

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