terrace
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/ˈtɛrəs/
elevated flat area
Etymology
Etymology Information
'terrace' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'terrasse,' where 'terre' meant 'earth.'
Historical Evolution
'terrasse' transformed into the Middle English word 'terras,' and eventually became the modern English word 'terrace.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a raised level area of earth,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a paved outdoor area.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a level paved area or platform next to a building; a patio or veranda.
We had lunch on the terrace overlooking the garden.
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Noun 2
a series of flat areas made on a slope, used for cultivation.
The rice terraces in Bali are a popular tourist attraction.
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