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pergola

Pergola (noun) means a framework in the form of a passageway of columns that supports a trelliswork roof; used to support and train climbing plants.

noun
1
A framework in the form of a passageway of columns that supports a trelliswork roof; used to support and train climbing plants.
2
Such a framework employed to provide shade, especially over a patio.
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Etymology

Borrowed from Italian pergola, from Latin pergula.

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What is the meaning of pergola?

"pergola" (noun) means a framework in the form of a passageway of columns that supports a trelliswork roof; used to support and train climbing plants.

What are the different meanings of pergola?

"pergola" has 2 main meanings: 1. A framework in the form of a passageway of columns that supports a trelliswork roof; used to support and train climbing plants; 2. Such a framework employed to provide shade, especially over a patio.

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