chalet

noun cha·let \ sha-ˈlā , ˈsha-(ˌ)lā \

|Updated on: 22 Jun 2018

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Definition of chalet

1 : a remote herdsman's hut in the Alps

2 a : a Swiss dwelling with unconcealed structural members and a wide overhang at the front and sides

b : a cottage or house in chalet style

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Examples of chalet in a Sentence

We stayed overnight at a ski chalet.
a mountain chalet for weekend getaways

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Governor Larry Hogan, who wore a pink shirt and tan blazer combination, stayed on the top floor of the chalet, a VIP area.

— john-john williams iv, baltimoresun.com, "Ne-Yo, Chanel Iman among celebrities spotted at Preakness 2018," 19 May 2018
The House of Switzerland tries to replicate Alpine life with outdoor fire pits and a cluster of small chalets.

— Washington Post, "For Olympic fans, the real fun starts after the games," 20 Feb. 2018
Justify was installed as the 1-2 morning-line favorite for the $1.5 million, Grade 1 Preakness during Wednesday evening’s draw held at the Stronach Group chalet inside the Pimlico Race Course infield.

— jason frakes, The Courier-Journal, "Kentucky Derby winner Justify is big early favorite for 2018 Preakness," 16 May 2018
In exchange for the Boca house, Mill got their couple’s $4 million chalet alongside the ski slopes in Aspen, Colorado.

— jose lambiet, miamiherald, "Chris Evert lists $5 million Boca Raton estate. Tennis court included. | Miami Herald," 9 May 2018
Architect Charles Whittlesey wanted to create a dramatic structure reminiscent of a Swiss chalet, then considered very elegant.

— azcentral, "From climate to fry bread, 125 reasons to love Arizona," 15 May 2015
The Daily Star added that Prince Andrew (William and Harry's uncle) had offered up his ski chalet as the party location.

— rose minutaglio, Harper's BAZAAR, "Prince William's Best Man Duties Include Rings, a Bubbly Toast, and Tons of Moral Support," 26 Apr. 2018
Paul loved spending time at his CT shore cottage in the summers and skiing in VT from his chalet during the winters.

— hartford courant, courant.com, "Paul J. Fanelli," 16 Apr. 2018
The Daily Star reiterated this plan, claiming that Prince Andrew had offered the group his ski chalet to hold the party in.

— amy mackelden, Harper's BAZAAR, "Prince Harry's Bachelor Party: Everything You Need to Know," 31 Mar. 2018

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Origin and Etymology of chalet

French

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First Known Use: 1782

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chalet Synonyms

Synonyms

cabin, camp, cottage, lodge;

Related Words

dacha, summerhouse;

bungalow, cot;

hut, shack, shanty;

CHALET Defined for English Language Learners

chalet

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Definition of chalet for English Language Learners

: a type of house that has a steep roof that extends past the walls
: a small house often in a group of similar houses where people go for vacations

CHALET Defined for Kids

chalet

noun cha·let \ sha-ˈlā \

Definition of chalet for Students

1 : a Swiss dwelling with a steep roof that sticks far out past the walls

2 : a cottage or house built to look like a Swiss chalet

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