gazebo
noun
ga·ze·bo
gə-ˈzē-(ˌ)bō 
also -ˈzā-
plural gazebos
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: a freestanding roofed structure usually open on the sides
Examples of gazebo in a Sentence
a gazebo on the mansion's south lawn
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The boutique hillside property features just 10 rooms and villas, many with private plunge pools and gazebos.
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Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 3 Mar. 2026
As one of the curious strangers wandered to the edge of the gazebo, hoping for a better view or perhaps a small hello, his attention did not stray.
—Sarah Hepola, Dallas Morning News, 27 Feb. 2026
There’s also a private trail leading to a cliffside gazebo that serves as a gym, as well as a spacious motor court and an attached two-car garage out front.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 27 Feb. 2026
There is also a poolside gazebo and outdoor hot tub.
—Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 24 Feb. 2026
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Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 3 Mar. 2026
As one of the curious strangers wandered to the edge of the gazebo, hoping for a better view or perhaps a small hello, his attention did not stray.
—Sarah Hepola, Dallas Morning News, 27 Feb. 2026
There’s also a private trail leading to a cliffside gazebo that serves as a gym, as well as a spacious motor court and an attached two-car garage out front.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 27 Feb. 2026
There is also a poolside gazebo and outdoor hot tub.
—Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 24 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for gazebo
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“Gazebo.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gazebo. Accessed 9 Mar. 2026.
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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"
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