balcony

noun bal·co·ny \ ˈbal-kə-nē \

|Updated on: 11 Jun 2018

Examples: balcony in a Sentence

Definition of balcony

plural balconies

1 : a platform that projects from the wall of a building and is enclosed by a parapet or railing

2 : an interior projecting gallery in a public building (such as a theater)

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balconied

play \-nēd\ adjective

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Examples of balcony in a Sentence

We asked for a hotel room with a balcony.
on summer mornings I often have breakfast out on the balcony

Recent Examples of balcony from the Web

Today the city’s undulating center is brimming with historic Victorian structures in a wash of intriguing architecture styles, including cliff-hugging Queen Annes, towering bricks with iron balconies, and cozy residential bungalows.

— laura kiniry, Smithsonian, "The 20 Best Small Towns To Visit in 2018," 5 June 2018
Both she and Prince Harry are expected (though not yet confirmed) to appear on the Buckingham Palace balcony with the rest of the royal family on June 9 in celebration of the Trooping the Colour parade.

— caroline hallemann, Town & Country, "Meghan Markle to Make Her First Solo Appearance with Queen Elizabeth Next Week," 4 June 2018
The two end up outside on the balcony, wrapped in comforters on a chilly New York night.

— refinery29.com, "Sweetbitter Episode 5: What About Sasha?," 4 June 2018
Some features that can be seen on this year’s tour: 12-foot ceilings, exposed cream city brick walls, rooftop patios, balconies, and kayak and boat launches.

— paul gores, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "Downtown Diggs offers a tour of downtown Milwaukee condos," 30 May 2018
Book the Fenway Park Suite at Hotel Commonwealth, decked out with an original scoreboard, a coffee table signed by Red Sox players, and a balcony with views of the Green Monster (866-784-4000, www.hotelcommonwealth.com).

— BostonGlobe.com, "Happy Father’s Day: New England getaways for Dad," 29 May 2018
Harry's parents, Charles and Diana, were the first royal couple to smooch on the Buckingham Palace balcony in 1981, following their ceremony at St. Paul's Cathedral in London.

— maeve mcdermott, USA TODAY, "A royal kiss! Prince Harry, Duchess Meghan seal their wedding with an official smooch," 19 May 2018
But his phrase takes on a 21st century richness now; a royal family that includes Meghan Markle on the Buckingham Palace balcony begins to look more like modern, multiethnic Britain.

— patt morrison, latimes.com, "After centuries of practice, Britain's royals figure out how to turn a wedding into a global watch party," 17 May 2018
Apartments at The Gateway have balconies with scenic views, individual climate controls and walk-in closets.

— emily sorensen, Pomerado News, "The Gateway and Gateway Gardens offer resort-style living," 16 May 2018

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Origin and Etymology of balcony

Italian balcone, from Old Italian, large window, of Germanic origin; akin to Old High German balko beam — more at balk

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First Known Use: 1618

in the meaning defined at sense 1

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balcony Synonyms

Synonyms

deck, sundeck, terrace;

Related Words

gallery;

lanai, porch, stoop, veranda (or verandah);

Other Architecture Terms

buttress, casita, cornice, fanlight, garret, lintel, parapet, pilaster, plinth

BALCONY Defined for English Language Learners

balcony

noun

Definition of balcony for English Language Learners

: a raised platform that is connected to the side of a building and surrounded by a low wall or railing
: a floor or seating area above the main floor of a theater