stucco

noun

stuc·​co ˈstə-(ˌ)kō 

plural stuccos or stuccoes

1

a

: a fine plaster used in decoration and ornamentation (as of interior walls)

b

: a material usually made of Portland cement, sand, and a small percentage of lime and applied in a plastic state to form a hard covering for exterior walls

2

: stuccowork

stuccoed

ˈstə-(ˌ)kōd 

adjective

Examples of stucco in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

In addition to its striking white stucco and red brick exterior with a terra cotta frieze done by artist Edgar Miller, the inside is light and airy with one-of-a-kind art glass casement windows. — Rachel Freundt, Chicago Tribune, 17 July 2026

Exterior walls would be built with stucco and commercial storefronts would feature dormers above tenant spaces. — Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 15 July 2026

Gentle Native flute music is a constant companion in the hallways of the sprawling brown-stucco building, creating a sense of calm. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 July 2026

Located in the center of Napa Valley, along the famous Highway 29, its soaring bell tower and elegant stucco arch have long been a welcoming beacon for millions of visitors over the years. — Liz Thach, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026

Word History

Etymology

Italian, of Germanic origin; akin to Old High German stucki piece, crust, Old English stocc stock — more at stock entry 1

First Known Use

1598, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Kids Definition

stucco

noun

stuc·​co ˈstək-ō 

plural stuccos or stuccoes

: a plaster used to cover exterior walls or decorate interior walls

stuccoed

-ōd 

adjective