portico

noun

por·​ti·​co ˈpȯr-ti-ˌkō 

plural porticoes or porticos

: a colonnade or covered ambulatory especially in classical architecture and often at the entrance of a building

Illustration of portico

Examples of portico in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Construction crews removed the president's name from the facade, but the front portico of the building has been covered by a construction tarp since then, concealing most of its name. — Jacob Rosen, CBS News, 25 Aug. 2026

Beatty’s filing also criticizes the tarps that have covered the venue’s front portico for more than two months. — Conor Murray, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026

The stunning front entry makes a statement with an arched portico, columns, a bluestone walkway, stone surrounds and sidelights on both sides of the custom front door, all framed by hydrangeas and daylilies. — Karen A. Avitabile, Hartford Courant, 26 July 2026

The old porticos were opened up and made into glass doors during recent renovation renovations. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 July 2026

Word History

Etymology

Italian, from Latin porticus — more at porch

First Known Use

1607, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for portico

• afterglow
• akimbo
• albino
• aliquot
• allegro
• amigo
• apropos
• audio
• bungalow
• calico
• calypso
• cameo

Kids Definition

portico

noun

por·​ti·​co ˈpōrt-i-ˌkō 

ˈpȯrt-

plural porticoes or porticos

: a row of columns supporting a roof at the entrance of a building