What is another word for Porticos?

Pronunciation: [pˈɔːtɪkˌə͡ʊz] (IPA)

Porticos are covered walkways that are supported by columns or pillars. Synonyms for porticos may include verandas, loggias, arcades, or colonnades. A veranda is a roofed platform that extends from the main structure of a building. Similarly, a loggia is an extended roofed gallery or room that forms an open arcade or portico. An arcade, on the other hand, is a series of arches supported by columns or piers. Lastly, a colonnade is a row of columns that are used to support a roof structure or another building feature. Each of these synonyms can describe a structure or structure feature that is similar to a portico.

What are the hypernyms for Porticos?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Porticos

The foundation of this old house seemed to have been built chiefly with stones from the priory; perhaps more than twenty wagon loads: These appeared in a variety of forms and sizes, highly finished in the gothic taste, parts of Porticos, arches, windows, ceilings, etc.
"An History of Birmingham (1783)"
William Hutton
The lawn sloped gently upward, and on its crest was the home, looking very square, solid and dignified, with its upper and lower Porticos and its rows of windows, four above and four below.
"The Man from Jericho"
Edwin Carlile Litsey
The Bellevue, fighting for place, elbowed its way years ago to the water-line, and took its stand on the river-front, where the windows and Porticos could overlook the Maas dotted with boats.
"The Other Fellow"
F. Hopkinson Smith

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