gazebo

noun

ga·​ze·​bo gə-ˈzē-(ˌ)bō 

also -ˈzā-

plural gazebos

1

: belvedere

2

: a freestanding roofed structure usually open on the sides

Synonyms of gazebo

• pavilion

Examples of gazebo in a Sentence

a gazebo on the mansion's south lawn

Recent Examples on the Web

The Hawaii Royal Chapel, complete with a romantic gazebo, offers a picturesque setting for weddings. —Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 May 2026

Solar lights add pretty ambiance to a walkway, patio, or gazebo. —Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 May 2026

Karissa Waddick Patriotic bunting decorated a gazebo in the town square where King Charles will pass during the short, two-block parade. —Karissa Waddick, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026

The gazebo has sliding doors and window panels on all four sides to encourage airflow on hot days while still providing UV protection. —Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 30 Apr. 2026

Word History

Etymology

perhaps from gaze entry 1 + Latin -ebo (as in videbo I shall see)

First Known Use

1752, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

gazebo

noun

ga·​ze·​bo gə-ˈzē-bō 

plural gazebos

: a freestanding roofed structure usually open on the sides

Etymology

perhaps from gaze and Latin -ebo, as in videbo "I shall see"