Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
portico
Noun
/ˈpɔːrtɪkoʊ/
Definition
A structure consisting of a roof supported by columns at regular intervals, typically attached to a building as a porch.
Examples
- The grand portico of the museum welcomed visitors with its towering columns.
- She waited under the portico, sheltering from the rain.
- The ancient temple featured a beautifully decorated portico at its entrance.
Meaning
In architecture, a portico serves as an entrance to a building, providing a transition space between the outdoors and indoors.
Synonyms
- Porch
- Awning
- Veranda
- Colonnade