cabana

noun

ca·​bana kə-ˈban-yə  -ˈba-nə 

1

: a lightweight structure with living facilities

2

: a tentlike shelter usually with an open side facing a beach or swimming pool

Examples of cabana in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The cabana frame was lifted by strong winds before crashing into an area occupied by guests near the resort's pool deck. — Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 23 June 2026

Outside, residents will find another pool, a full-size tennis court, cabanas, barbecue areas and a playground. — Colson Thayer, PEOPLE, 22 June 2026

The north section of the destination now includes a pier that can accommodate two Carnival ships, a tram system, two food venues, six bars, cabanas, gift shops and more. — Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 21 June 2026

In this case, The Layered House added a cabana to the poolside area, creating another, more secluded area in the backyard. — Helena Madden, Martha Stewart, 21 June 2026

Word History

Etymology

borrowed from Spanish cabaña "roughly constructed dwelling, shack," going back to pre-Latin *capanna — more at cabin entry 1

First Known Use

1898, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for cabana

• arana
• arcana
• banana
• bandana
• bandanna
• brahmana
• campana
• diana
• fianna
• hosanna
• hyaena
• lantana

Kids Definition

cabana

noun

ca·​bana kə-ˈban-(y)ə 

: a shelter usually with an open side facing the sea or a swimming pool