galilees

noun

plural of galilee
as in porticoes

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  1. porticoes
  2. porches
  3. stoops
Noun
  • The old porticos were opened up and made into glass doors during recent renovation renovations.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 July 2026
  • Its flat, walkable, and bikeable center is located within the circuit of the original medieval walls, and residents are protected from the elements by miles of decorative porticoes.
    — Elizabeth Heath, Travel + Leisure, 10 July 2026
Definition of porticoes
Noun
  • Plus, the history of haint blue porches is just as fascinating as these porches are beautiful.
    — Elizabeth Sweet, Southern Living, 4 July 2026
  • Hanging baskets brimming with geraniums, begonias, petunias, and other summertime favorites can liven up front porches, patios, and balconies with fantastic color.
    — Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 July 2026
Definition of porches
Noun
  • Boan stoops to scoop up trash — some left by humans, some from wildlife —– along the boardwalk.
    — Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 Apr. 2026
  • Men, horses and even cattle moved through South Boston’s hills in the morning wind as residents watched from stoops — some in pajamas and wrapped in blankets, appearing to have been awakened by the sound of drums and bagpipes.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 17 Mar. 2026
Definition of stoops
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