awning

noun

aw·​ning ˈȯ-niŋ 

ˈä-niŋ

: 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

awninged

ˈȯ-niŋd 

ˈä-niŋd

adjective

Synonyms

• roof
• canopy
• tent

Examples of awning in a Sentence

stayed under the awning outside the shop during the rainstorm

Recent Examples on the Web

The facade of the building was retained, with the name of the brand now painted discreetly on the brick as well as awnings that were added to the top-floor windows. —Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2025

Neighbors, for their part, sent me photos that appear to show parties in the backyard, and a new retractable awning installed over it, as recently as the end of September. —Clio Chang, Curbed, 14 Oct. 2025

Also on the roof is a retractable awning, for when one is parked and needs protection from the sun and elements. —Erik Shilling, Robb Report, 30 Sep. 2025

Canopy awnings will be installed over all entrances and service doors, including a large 300-square-foot canopy over the customer walk-up service window, providing weather protection. —Jessica Alvarado Gamez, Denver Post, 25 Sep. 2025

Word History

Etymology

origin unknown

First Known Use

1582, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for awning

• conning
• dawning
• donning
• fawning
• pawning
• spawning
• yawning

Kids Definition

awning

noun

aw·​ning ˈȯn-iŋ 

ˈän-

: a cover (as of canvas) that shades or shelters like a roof