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gazebo

/ɡəˈziːboʊ/

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What does gazebo mean?

noun

  1. A belvedere, either a type of summer-house or a roofed, detached porch-like structure, usually in a yard, park or lawn.
  2. A dismountable shelter comprising a roof or awning supported by poles, and often having removable sides; a canopy tent
More meanings (1)

noun

  1. (derogatory) a gaudy, incongruous, or flimsy structure or object

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/ɡəˈziːboʊ/

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O yes, she knew him, she declared; she could not help knowing almost everybody in Casterbridge, living in such a gazebo over the centre and arena of the town.
Thomas HardyThe Mayor of CasterbridgeProject Gutenberg ebook #143