Balcony
/ˈbælˌkoʊni/
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A platform or raised floor, typically projecting from the wall of a building, often with a railing or balustrade.
/ˈbælˌkoʊni/
nounneutralBeginner
General
A platform enclosed by a wall or railing, projecting from the wall of a building.
They had a romantic dinner on their balcony.
💡 Simply: A small outside porch attached to a building
More Examples
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The balcony offered stunning views of the city.
How It's Used
Architecture
"The apartment had a spacious balcony overlooking the park."
Everyday Life
"She stepped onto the balcony to enjoy the fresh air."
From Italian *balcone*, from *balco*, perhaps from Late Latin *balcum*, meaning 'beam'.
The word's usage has remained consistent, referring to a projecting platform from a building.
Memory tip
Think of 'bal' as in 'ball' and 'cony' as in 'bunny'; imagine a bunny having a ball on a raised platform.
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