Definition of lanainext
as in porch
a covered structure adjoining an entrance to a building a low-slung Hawaiian beach house with an open-sided lanai to catch the tropical breezes

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Recent Examples of lanai Dining al fresco on the lanai overlooking the waterfalls and gardens is also a treat. Skye Sherman, Southern Living, 3 Apr. 2026 The 15-acre property includes a guesthouse, gym, studio, and lanai, plus a firepit, garden beds, and pastures. The Week Us, TheWeek, 9 Mar. 2026 Set the wicker chairs and tables on a patio or lanai graced by textured rugs and warm wood accents, for an overall relaxed aesthetic. Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 4 Mar. 2026 So put down that cheesecake and come in from the lanai. Rod Stafford Hagwood, Sun Sentinel, 26 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for lanai
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porch
Noun
  • In the aftermath of the collapse, victims’ families and injured survivors filed lawsuits against the property owner, manager, porch contractor and the city, the last of which a state appellate court ruled could not be held liable.
    Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 29 June 2026
  • Use easy-to-maintain container gardens as accents for entrances, porches and patios.
    Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 June 2026

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“Lanai.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lanai. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.

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