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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Most notably, the unit stands out due to its loggia. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 13 Mar. 2025 Some offer sweeping views of the lush gardens, while balconies and a loggia provide intimate city vistas. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 11 Mar. 2025 The main residence’s formal living room does so via floor-to-ceiling sliding doors, as well as the kitchen and family room, which both provide oceanfront vistas and access to the rear loggia. Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 24 Feb. 2025 Palm Beach’s Luxury Real Estate Market Is Thriving Beyond the east-facing loggia is the infinity pool overlooking 160 feet of ocean frontage. Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 24 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for loggia

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 18 Apr. 2025.

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