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pavilion
[puh-vil-yuhn]
noun
a light, usually open building used for shelter, concerts, exhibits, etc., as in a park or fair.
any of a number of separate or attached buildings forming a hospital or the like.
Architecture.a projecting element of a façade, used especially at the center or at each end and usually treated so as to suggest a tower.
a tent, especially a large and elaborate one.
a small, ornamental building in a garden.
Also called base.Jewelry.the part of a cut gem below the girdle.
verb (used with object)
to shelter in or as if in a pavilion.
to furnish with pavilions.
pavilion
/ əˈɪə /
noun
a building at a sports ground, esp a cricket pitch, in which players change
a summerhouse or other decorative shelter
a building or temporary structure, esp one that is open and ornamental, for housing exhibitions
a large ornate tent, esp one with a peaked top, as used by medieval armies
one of a set of buildings that together form a hospital or other large institution
one of four main facets on a brilliant-cut stone between the girdle and the culet
verb
to place or set in or as if in a pavilion
pavilioned in splendour
to provide with a pavilion or pavilions
Other 51Թ Forms
- unpavilioned adjective
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of pavilion1
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of pavilion1
Example Sentences
Our plan was to come early and enjoy the pavilion before the show.
The steward at the bottom of the steps in front of the Lord's pavilion must be in danger of suffering from repetitive strain injury.
The museum said it has installed fencing to protect the glass facade of the pavilion.
However, the veteran Murayama noticed they weren’t making any progress, and soon she was in the middle of the pavilion with them.
The first phase of the development envisions a 5.25-acre public space featuring a play park, pavilions, food kiosks, and an events area.
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