Awning ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Awning ( noun )

1. A rooflike cover, typically made of canvas or other waterproof material, that is suspended over a doorway, window, or deck to provide shade or shelter.
2. A shelter, typically made of canvas or other waterproof material, that is suspended over a window or doorway to provide shade or shelter.

Origin:

From french "auvent" meaning "awning" from "à" meaning "on" and "vent" meaning "wind". first recorded use in english in the early 17th century.

Examples:

1. The awning provided shade for the patio.
2. The awning over the storefront protected shoppers from the sun.
3. The awning on the boat kept the passengers dry during the rain.
4. The awning was retractable, allowing the sun to shine in when desired.
5. The awning was made of waterproof fabric to protect from the rain.

(As a verb)

Awning ( verb )

1. A rooflike cover, typically made of canvas or other waterproof material, that is suspended over a doorway, window, or deck to provide shade or shelter.
2. A shelter, typically made of canvas or other waterproof material, that is suspended over a window or doorway to provide shade or shelter.

Origin:

From french "auvent" meaning "awning" from "à" meaning "on" and "vent" meaning "wind". first recorded use in english in the early 17th century.

Examples:

1. The awning provided shade for the patio.
2. The awning over the storefront protected shoppers from the sun.
3. The awning on the boat kept the passengers dry during the rain.
4. The awning was retractable, allowing the sun to shine in when desired.
5. The awning was made of waterproof fabric to protect from the rain.