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pavilion

Syllabification: (pa·vil·ion)
Pronunciation: /pəˈvilyən/

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Definition of pavilion

noun

  • 1a building or similar structure used for a specific purpose, in particular.
  • a summerhouse or other decorative building used as a shelter in a park or large garden.
  • in the names of buildings used for theatrical or other entertainments:the second concert at the White Rock Pavilion
  • a detached or semidetached block at a hospital or other building complex.
  • a large tent with a peak and crenellated decorations, used especially at a show or fair.
  • a temporary building, stand, or other structure in which items are displayed by a dealer or exhibitor at a trade exhibition.
  • 2a usually highly decorated projecting subdivision of a building.
  • 3the part of a cut gemstone below the girdle.

Origin:

Middle English (denoting a large decorated tent): from Old French pavillon, from Latin papilio(n-) 'butterfly; tent'

Spell pavilion with a single l.a pavilion near a lake.

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