Definition of penthouse
1a : a shed or roof attached to and sloping from a wall or buildingb : a smaller structure joined to a building : annex
2 : a structure or dwelling on the roof or top floor of a building
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Examples of penthouse in a Sentence
had a small penthouse built to serve as a toolshed
Origin and Etymology of penthouse
alteration of Middle English pentis, from Anglo-French apentiz, from apent, past participle of apendre, appendre to attach, hang against — more at append
First Known Use: 14th century
PENTHOUSE Defined for English Language Learners
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: an apartment on the top floor or roof of a building
PENTHOUSE Defined for Kids
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: an apartment on the top floor or roof of a building
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