penthouse

pent·house

noun \ˈpent-ˌhau̇s\

Definition of PENTHOUSE

1

a : a shed or roof attached to and sloping from a wall or building b : a smaller structure joined to a building : annex

2

: a structure or dwelling built on the roof of a building

Examples of PENTHOUSE

1. <had a small penthouse built to serve as a toolshed>

Origin of PENTHOUSE

alteration of Middle English pentis, from Anglo-French apentiz, from apent, past participle of apendre, appendre to attach, hang against — more at append

First Known Use: circa 1525

Related to PENTHOUSE

Synonyms: addition, extension, annex

Related Words: arm, ell, wing

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