pergola
English
/ˈpɜːɡələ/
noun
Definitions
- A framework in the form of a passageway of columns that supports a trelliswork roof; used to support and train climbing plants
- Such a framework employed to provide shade, especially over a patio.
Etymology
Borrowed from Italian pergola derived from Latin pergula (stoop, hut, landing).
Origin
Latin
pergula
Gloss
stoop, hut, landing
Concept
Semantic Field
The house
Ontological Category
Person/Thing