variants
or porticos
as in terraces
formal
a row of columns supporting a roof at the entrance of a building
Entry to the mansion is through a lavish portico.
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Recent Examples of porticoes
Stores are set inside quaint-looking houses with porticoes and pastel-colored clapboard sidings.
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Caroline Reid, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2025
Caroline Reid, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for porticoes
Noun
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Outdoors, there are three separate garden terraces, with one above the garage providing a prime location for grilling and alfresco dining.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
10 Sep. 2025
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Organic textures, spa-like bathrooms, and private terraces (some with outdoor showers) create contemporary spaces while staying true to the hotel’s roots in Big Sur’s rugged character.—
Regan Stephens,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Sep. 2025
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The waterfront, retreat-like Weekapaug Inn has expansive porches and large windows that frame Quonochontaug Pond.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Sep. 2025
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Investing in outdoor lighting is a simple solution to illuminate pathways and porches for safer steps.—
Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Porticoes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/porticoes. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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