terraces

Definition of terracesnext
plural of terrace
as in balconies
a flat roofless structure attached to a building from their terraces residents of the high-rise have panoramic views of the city

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Recent Examples of terraces Outside, stone paths lead to terraces, lush gardens and a 16th-century Venetian fountain. Sandra Barrera, Oc Register, 16 Apr. 2026 Towering windows and outdoor access keep the landscape in view at all times, while terraces, a heated pool, and surrounding olive groves extend the square footage. Angela Tafoya, Vogue, 16 Apr. 2026 These spaces feature folding hull doors that open out into terraces, creating another spot for waterside hangs. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 16 Apr. 2026 Accessibility There are nine accessible rooms and suites across room categories that offer wheelchair-accessible entrances and terraces, roll-in rain showers, and lowered door handles, peepholes, and light switches. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Apr. 2026 Suites on higher floors offer views of Matera, some with vaulted ceilings and terraces. Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 15 Apr. 2026 Its terraces and pool deck nearly double its indoor living space. Roxana Popescu, New York Times, 3 Jan. 2025 While maintaining a public-facing restaurant, the club offers members access to private beaches, pool lounges, and rooftop terraces. Ritu Upadhyay, WWD, 30 Dec. 2024 Ranging bright and airy contemporary rooms with private terraces to sprawling and romantic cave suites with living rooms and fireplaces, and arched, bi-level options with beds overlooking private pools, each is totally unique. Elizabeth Brownfield, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for terraces
Noun
  • Opt for south- or west-facing balconies, windowsills, or rooftops, and be sure to arrange the containers to receive the most sunlight.
    Michelle Mastro, The Spruce, 19 Apr. 2026
  • Many guest rooms have balconies or patios that offer sweeping views of the harbor or Charleston’s skyline.
    Karla Walsh, Travel + Leisure, 19 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • This round rug is a playful centerpiece for patios and decks with its intricate yet symmetrical pattern.
    Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 20 Apr. 2026
  • In the package was a grab bag of small pleasures to ease the difficulty of a lengthy deployment – Kind bars, candy, homemade fudge, Girl Scout cookies, puzzle books, pencils, pens, decks of cards and other games.
    Cybele Mayes-Osterman, USA Today, 16 Apr. 2026

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“Terraces.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/terraces. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026.

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