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

Another Southern Indiana small town boasts a park with several picnic spots, a gazebo, a basketball court and two separate play areas. —Jenny Porter Tilley, Louisville Courier Journal, 24 July 2025

The palatial estate also features a tennis court, gazebo, large patio area and sprawling lawns. —Molly Davis, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025

Charlotte’s oldest public park includes a nature trail, rose garden with a gazebo, athletic fields, picnic areas and playground. —Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 17 June 2025

The private beach club features a saltwater pool with hydromassage, shaded sun loungers, private gazebos and a beachside bar serving cocktails and meals. —Joanne Shurvell, Forbes.com, 18 July 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"