breezeway

noun

breeze·​way ˈbrēz-ˌwā 

: a roofed often open passage connecting two buildings (such as a house and garage) or halves of a building

Examples of breezeway in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Police say the victim courageously fought for her life and escaped to the breezeway of the apartment, screaming for help as Reyes continued to assault her. — CBS News, 13 Aug. 2026

Cathedral ceilings and expansive hurricane-impact windows frame panoramic water views throughout the main living spaces, while a guest wing connected by a breezeway provides two additional bedrooms, its own living room, and a breakfast bar. — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 7 Aug. 2026

The two indoor spaces are connected by a central breezeway that's open to the elements. — Abhimanyu Ghoshal, New Atlas, 7 July 2026

The store turned over its windows and breezeway in the 59th Street flagship to the activewear brand, resulting in sales that more than doubled its past volume, Newell said. — Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 22 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1930, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for breezeway

• aaa
• alleyway
• alumnae
• anime
• anyway
• arete
• attache
• axillae
• baa
• beaujolais
• bouvier
• breakaway

Kids Definition

breezeway

noun

breeze·​way ˈbrēz-ˌwā 

: an open passage connecting two buildings (as a house and garage)