cabana

ca·bana | \ kə-ˈban-yə

How to pronounce cabana (audio)

, -ˈba-nə

How to pronounce cabana (audio)

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Definition of cabana

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 There were no lighted pathways or cabanas onshore, no host preparing sashimi, or D.J.s spinning tunes. — Porter Fox, New York Times, "On a Bahamas Sail, 8 Friends Get a Taste of Robinson Crusoe," 18 Dec. 2019 Multiple patios and a cabana extend the living space outdoors. — Lauren Beale, Los Angeles Times, "Hot Property Newsletter: Tobey Maguire and Cheryl Tiegs get back into the realty market," 5 Oct. 2019 The resort also has six bars and things like hammock groves a well as extra-cost cabanas by the beach or pool as well as water sport activities. — Richard Tribou, orlandosentinel.com, "Virgin Voyages first ship Scarlet Lady set for sea trials, nails down Miami arrival," 18 July 2019 Dance in the shallow pool with other partiers, enjoy a refreshing drink at one of the bars, lounge on a day bed or splurge for a cabana and get access to the VIP bar behind the DJ stand that faces the pool. — Arizona Republic, azcentral, "Summer in Arizona: Locals share 100 fun ways to survive the 100-degree heat in Phoenix," 1 July 2019 The fenced backyard hosts a 100-year-old oak tree and also boasts a heated pool and spa, covered patio/deck, outdoor fireplace, sprinkler system, and cabana with a summer kitchen. — Emilia Benton, Houston Chronicle, "River Oaks home offers sophisticated living and entertaining," 26 Oct. 2019 The development is National Green Building Standard certified, with a clubhouse, cabana and pool, along with an exercise room and connecting walking trail. — William Thornton | Wthornton@al.com, al, "Birmingham contractor finishes Madison, Charlotte projects," 7 Oct. 2019 Create the ideal resort-style outdoor mecca with pool, spa, outdoor kitchen, cabana or guesthouse. — Monica Lander, The Mercury News, "Sponsored: Danville estate makes the most of its amazing views of Mount Diablo," 18 Sep. 2019 Highlights of the resort are a lagoon-style pool, hammock groves, six bars, private cabanas and areas for water sports and beach activities. — Richard Tribou, orlandosentinel.com, "Virgin Voyages reveals new video of private Bahamas resort," 19 July 2019

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8 Jan 2020

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“Cabana.” The Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster Inc., https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cabana. Accessed 17 January 2020.

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