attique — meaning in English

English meaning

• attic noun The space, often sloped and unfinished, directly under the roof of a house, typically used for storage.
• Attica name The region of Greece surrounding Athens; also used as a place name in the United States, notably the site of the Attica Prison riots.
• penthouse noun A luxury apartment on the top floor of a building, usually with wide views.

Senses

attique is used for these senses in English:

• Attica A periphery where Athens, the capital of Greece, is located.
• penthouse 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. [from 19th c.]

attic — full definition

1. noun The space, often sloped and unfinished, directly under the roof of a house, typically used for storage.
2. adj Relating to ancient Athens and its surrounding region, or to the classical, refined style associated with it.

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