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terrace (noun)

A flat, paved area outside a house or building where you can sit and enjoy the weather. It is often used for eating meals or relaxing outdoors and can be at ground level or on a roof.

💬 Example

"We often have breakfast on the terrace during the summer."

💡 Memory Tip

Think of 'TERRA' (earth). A TERRACE is a flat piece of earth or a solid floor outside where you can stand.

🏛️ Origin

🔗 Synonyms
patio balcony veranda deck porch
⚠️ Common Mistakes

Saying 'in the terrace' instead of 'on the terrace'.

Calling a small, hanging balcony a 'terrace'.

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