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)
Synonyms of loggianext
: a roofed open gallery especially at an upper story overlooking an open court

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Examples of loggia in a Sentence

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Raphael arranges more than forty bodies across at least five centers of action, using all kinds of columns, arches, stairs, and loggias to visually slice and dice the space for narrative ease. Zachary Fine, New Yorker, 20 Apr. 2026 Or, it could be set outdoors in a lush garden, under a loggia, or even on the beach. Kate Donovan, Martha Stewart, 20 Apr. 2026 Before retreating into the basilica, Leo stepped forward out of the loggia's shadow and waved to the cheering crowd below. Arkansas Online, 6 Apr. 2026 Speaking from the loggia, the pope announced a prayer vigil for peace April 11 in the basilica. Colleen Barry, Los Angeles Times, 5 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for loggia

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 26 Apr. 2026.

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