pergola

noun

Definition of pergolanext
as in arbor

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Recent Examples of pergola Garden structures, such as an arbor or pergola, can also serve as anchors that make the scale of a garden seem better proportioned. — Luke Miller, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 June 2026 Hang them on a porch, fence, pergola, or deck railing to bring a little extra charm to your outdoor space. — Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 22 June 2026 The outdoor eatery sits at the back of a tiny beach cove lined with beds and umbrellas on a patio under a shaded pergola. — Madeline Fass, Vogue, 19 June 2026 Unlike the traditional pergola system used throughout much of Rías Baixas, Terras Gauda trains its vines using a double cordon Royat system, which naturally reduces yields and increases concentration. — Emily Price, Forbes.com, 18 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for pergola
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pergola
  1. arbor
  2. roof
  3. canopy
  4. ceiling
  5. tent
  6. bower
  7. awning
Noun
  • The dance arbor has been sunken and shaded for the comfort of performer and audience alike.
    — Chadd Scott, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026
  • Provide vines with a sturdy trellis, obelisk, or arbor to climb.
    — Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 12 July 2026
Definition of arbor
Noun
  • There might be a line, as music-lovers and dance-seekers fill the space and head to the roof.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 July 2026
  • The team unveiled renderings for the site, featuring 70,000 seats and a translucent domed roof, last week.
    — Ilana Arougheti July 28, Kansas City Star, 28 July 2026
Definition of roof
Noun
  • With the synthetic turf, there’s no concern about the shade from the existing tree canopy and playing conditions will be consistent.
    — Erik Matuszewski, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
  • Although vendors at the various farmers markets are often under tents or canopies, those can collect heat as the day progresses.
    — Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 31 July 2026
Definition of canopy
Noun
  • Getty Images Errol Spence had a great career, but at 36 years old and after three years out of the ring, the former world champion has hit his ceiling in boxing.
    — Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 26 July 2026
  • He gestures toward planes visible through the floor-to-ceiling windows behind the stage.
    — Catherine E. Shoichet, CNN Money, 25 July 2026
Definition of ceiling
Noun
  • In the late 1800s, when commercial whaling ended, cottages, tents, and boats were available to rent here.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 July 2026
  • The event will have craft beer, brat tents, pony rides, a petting zoo and a kids’ area.
    — Nathan Pilling July 29, Kansas City Star, 29 July 2026
Definition of tent
Noun
  • Overachiever bird Urban bowerbirds are prolific collectors, hoarding an average of 90 items per bower — with one overachiever amassing more than 300.
    — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 2 June 2026
  • Urban bowers also had nearly five times as many decorations as rural ones, averaging 90 items per bower compared to 20 for the rural birds.
    — ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 2 June 2026
Definition of bower
Noun
  • The Nomis One features an inflatable door awning and weatherproof window panels in place of awnings, eliminating the extra time for strut installation.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 27 July 2026
  • The awning material for his shirt had sleeves that were 27 feet long.
    — Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 July 2026
Definition of awning

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