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Meaning of penthouse

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

penthouse

Pronunciation:/ˈpɛnthaʊs/

noun

Definitions

  1. An outhouse or other structure (especially one with a sloping roof) attached to the outside wall of a building, sometimes as protection from the weather.

  2. An apartment or suite found on an upper floor, or floors, of a tall building, especially one that is expensive or luxurious with panoramic views. Sometimes these are located just under "penthouse mechanical" floors.

  3. Any of the sloping roofs at the side of a real tennis court.

verb

Definitions

  1. To provide with a penthouse, shelter by means of a shed sloping from a wall, or anything similar.