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lanai

noun

lə-ˈnī

Definition of lanai

as in porch

a covered structure adjoining an entrance to a building a low-slung Hawaiian beach house with an open-sided lanai to catch the tropical breezes

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Recent Examples of lanai The deputies then safely escorted the men from the home through the lanai. — Steven Yablonski, CBS News, 13 Apr. 2026 Dining al fresco on the lanai overlooking the waterfalls and gardens is also a treat. — Skye Sherman, Southern Living, 3 Apr. 2026 The 15-acre property includes a guesthouse, gym, studio, and lanai, plus a firepit, garden beds, and pastures. — The Week Us, TheWeek, 9 Mar. 2026 Set the wicker chairs and tables on a patio or lanai graced by textured rugs and warm wood accents, for an overall relaxed aesthetic. — Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 4 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for lanai

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porch

Noun

Rocking chairs and porches further add to the homey ambiance, while complimentary bikes give you wheels to explore the area.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Aug. 2026
Members of the online group began dropping off cardboard and vases on her porch.

— ABC News, ABC News, 18 Aug. 2026

Definition of porch

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