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awning

noun aw·ning \ˈȯ-niŋ, ˈä-niŋ\

: a piece of cloth on a frame that sticks out over a door or window and provides shelter from sun, rain, snow, etc.

Full Definition of AWNING

: a rooflike cover extending over or in front of a place (as over the deck or in front of a door or window) as a shelter

— aw·ninged \-niŋd\ adjective

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First Known Use: 1582

AWNING Defined for Kids

noun aw·ning \ˈȯ-niŋ\

: a cover (as of canvas) that shades or shelters like a roof

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