loggia

noun

plural loggias ˈlō-jē-əz How to pronounce loggia (audio)
ˈlȯ-(ˌ)jäz
also loggie ˈlȯ-(ˌ)jā How to pronounce loggia (audio)
: a roofed open gallery especially at an upper story overlooking an open court

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Examples of loggia in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Additional amenities include a basketball court, a spa, an in-ground pool with waterfall and a loggia with a barbecue, bar and pizza oven. Raven Brunner, Peoplemag, 9 Sep. 2024 The structure was built using local French stone and, from the outside, features a glass and colonnaded facade with covered loggias and terraces. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 8 Aug. 2024 Photo : Tyler Bowman The loggia outside the kitchen. Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 31 July 2024 But even if your residential reality is a mere deck or terrace, eliciting loggia vibes is a breeze. Alia Akkam, Architectural Digest, 17 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for loggia 

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Word History

Etymology

Italian, from Old French loge lodge

First Known Use

1742, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of loggia was in 1742

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“Loggia.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/loggia. Accessed 2 Oct. 2024.

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