Belvedere
noun
A building or architectural feature designed to take advantage of a fine or scenic view.
The wealthy businessman built a grand belvedere on the hilltop to enjoy panoramic views of the city.

Often appears as...
- belvedere tower
- belvedere on the hill
Usage tips
Formal
Architectural
noun
A room or building with glass sides and a large view of its surroundings.
The couple decided to host their party in the belvedere to sunset view.

Often appears as...
- glass belvedere
- belvedere room
Usage tips
Formal
Architectural
noun
A summerhouse or pavilion with a view, usually in a garden or park.
The family spent a lazy afternoon in the belvedere, enjoying the garden views.

Often appears as...
- garden belvedere
- belvedere pavilion
Usage tips
Formal
Architectural
noun
A building or architectural feature designed to take advantage of a fine or scenic view.
The wealthy businessman built a grand belvedere on the hilltop to enjoy panoramic views of the city.

Often appears as...
- belvedere tower
- belvedere on the hill
Usage tips
Formal
Architectural
noun
A room or building with glass sides and a large view of its surroundings.
The couple decided to host their party in the belvedere to sunset view.

Often appears as...
- glass belvedere
- belvedere room
Usage tips
Formal
Architectural
noun
A summerhouse or pavilion with a view, usually in a garden or park.
The family spent a lazy afternoon in the belvedere, enjoying the garden views.

Often appears as...
- garden belvedere
- belvedere pavilion
Usage tips
Formal
Architectural
Definition 1 of 3

Scenic Advantage
Belvederes are often on high ground to maximize the view.

They enjoyed dinner in the castle's belvedere, overlooking the valley.
Luxury Implication
A belvedere implies luxury or exclusivity, not a common feature.

The millionaire's mansion featured an exquisite belvedere.
Visual Focus
Emphasize the visual aspect in conversations to clarify meaning.

From the hotel's belvedere, the city lights seemed to dance.
Scenic Advantage
Belvederes are often on high ground to maximize the view.

They enjoyed dinner in the castle's belvedere, overlooking the valley.
Luxury Implication
A belvedere implies luxury or exclusivity, not a common feature.

The millionaire's mansion featured an exquisite belvedere.
Visual Focus
Emphasize the visual aspect in conversations to clarify meaning.

From the hotel's belvedere, the city lights seemed to dance.
Scenic Advantage
Belvederes are often on high ground to maximize the view.

They enjoyed dinner in the castle's belvedere, overlooking the valley.
Luxury Implication
A belvedere implies luxury or exclusivity, not a common feature.

The millionaire's mansion featured an exquisite belvedere.
Visual Focus
Emphasize the visual aspect in conversations to clarify meaning.

From the hotel's belvedere, the city lights seemed to dance.
Quote examples
Bob Uecker
American Baseball Player
We were on for six years. We were in syndication for a while. It had its run. I still see the people from 'Mr. Belvedere,' too. We stay in touch.

Quote examples
Bob Uecker
American Baseball Player
We were on for six years. We were in syndication for a while. It had its run. I still see the people from 'Mr. Belvedere,' too. We stay in touch.

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