noun
awning
AW-ning/ˈɔːnɪŋ/
A cover extending over a window, doorway, or outdoor area to shelter it from sun or rain.
A striped awning shades the cafe tables beside the sidewalk.
Etymology
Its origin is uncertain, though French auvent, “sloping roof,” is a possible source. Originally a nautical term, awning later extended to protective covers over windows and porches.
In context
… replace the awning that was once there to accentuate that beauty and provide some shelter with the elements …
More examples
- Rain drummed on the awning above the doorway.
- The shop lowered its awnings during the hottest part of the day.
- We waited beneath an awning until the shower passed.
Forms
awning · awnings