gazebo

noun

ga·​ze·​bo gə-ˈzē-(ˌ)bō 

 also  -ˈzā-

plural gazebos

1

: belvedere

2

: a freestanding roofed structure usually open on the sides

Synonyms

• pavilion

Examples of gazebo in a Sentence

a gazebo on the mansion's south lawn

Recent Examples on the Web

Kelce proposed to Swift at a gazebo on his property in Lee's Summit, Missouri, Ed Kelce added. —Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 28 Aug. 2025

Other highlights that add to the relaxed Caribbean lifestyle include a wine cellar, a mudroom, and a two-car and golf cart garage, while the terrace gazebo is perfect for sunset viewings. —Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 26 Aug. 2025

Or, package deal together this chair set, umbrella, and gazebo for the ultimate lounging experience. —Izzy Baskette, People.com, 23 Aug. 2025

Take a tour, snap a photo, and enjoy some shade at the gazebo outside the courthouse. —Lauren Jones, Southern Living, 16 Aug. 2025

Word History

Etymology

perhaps from gaze entry 1 + Latin -ebo (as in videbo I shall see)

First Known Use

1752, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

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"