loggia

noun

plural loggias ˈlō-jē-əz How to pronounce loggia (audio)
ˈlȯ-(ˌ)jäz
also loggie ˈlȯ-(ˌ)jā How to pronounce loggia (audio)
: a roofed open gallery especially at an upper story overlooking an open court

Illustration of loggia

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Examples of loggia in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Sourcing loggia inspiration with a utilitarian flair, the studio incorporated a kitchen and a living area kitted out with a television, sound system, and in-ceiling heaters. Alia Akkam, Architectural Digest, 17 July 2024 If entering the ground floor from the loggia at the entrance, people will see the large entrance hall, as well as five lounges, a dining room, a corridor-hallway, a kitchen, a service entrance, two bathrooms, a storage room and a technical room. Charna Flam, Peoplemag, 13 July 2024 Under the archways on the left is a loggia that includes an outdoor kitchen, dining area and lounge. Ray Parisi, CNBC, 12 July 2024 Photo : Pelican Pix Photography A spacious poolside loggia. Rachel Pyne, Robb Report, 9 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for loggia 

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Word History

Etymology

Italian, from Old French loge lodge

First Known Use

1742, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of loggia was in 1742

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“Loggia.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/loggia. Accessed 27 Jul. 2024.

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