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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The scenes along the concrete loggias above the koi pond are especially colorful and striking. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 June 2026 The home extends onto an expansive loggia with plenty of space for lounging and dining beside the heated infinity pool. Tori Latham, Robb Report, 15 May 2026 Light And Breezy Loggia The blue and white palette of this loggia keeps things breezy and gives the appearance of more space. Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 13 May 2026 In addition to 8,952 square feet of interior space, the penthouse is designed to have a 2,300-square-foot loggia with space for a pool. Maliya Ellis, Houston Chronicle, 9 May 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 15 Jun. 2026.

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