Definition of pavilionnext
as in kiosk
a freestanding airy structure in a scenic setting (as a park) typically offering commanding views the park's pavilions may be rented for wedding receptions and other social gatherings

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Recent Examples of pavilion In March of this year, Ackermann hosted his third runway show for Tom Ford at a small but elegant pavilion on the Place Vendôme in Paris. José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 2 Sep. 2026 Its focal point is a pavilion with outdoor reception area and an event/seminar space called the Blue Box, situated on the Geneva waterfront. Carol Besler, Robb Report, 2 Sep. 2026 With its Balinese pavilions, leaning palms, and dazzling waters beyond, this stylish 25-room retreat is the beachside sibling to Blancaneaux Lodge, Francis Ford Coppola’s other, equally special, Belizean property. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Sep. 2026 Raising the bar on the other side of West Nanjing Road is Hang Lung’s Plaza 66, which is set to launch an adjacent 72,650-square-foot pavilion, expanding the luxury landmark into a broader lifestyle and community hub. Denni Hu, Footwear News, 1 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for pavilion
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Noun
  • Previously, the rental car kiosks sat near the escalators that passengers took down from the terminal.
    Idaho Statesman, Idaho Statesman, 2 Sep. 2026
  • The park will add kiosks for visitors to share their thoughts about Parton and new additions are also coming to The Dolly Parton Experience, a multibuilding section that includes exhibits about her life and career.
    ABC News, ABC News, 2 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • It is operated in conjunction with the local casino resort to bridge the two communities without a nearby bridge.
    Jennie Key, Cincinnati Enquirer, 11 Sep. 2026
  • The streamer brought in Koppelman and Levien, and the pair pitched a present-day casino story.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 11 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • Two piles of large rocks in the water partition the middle beach into its own alcove.
    Bridget Fogarty, jsonline.com, 10 Sep. 2026
  • Those four adventurers sleep on a combination of the oversized 79 x 79-in (200 x 200-cm) front alcove double bed and the convertible rear dinette.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 5 Sep. 2026

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“Pavilion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pavilion. Accessed 16 Sep. 2026.

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