loggia

Meanings

• noun

  A covered outdoor gallery or balcony, usually projecting from the wall of a building.

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with loggia
legacy , symphony , archive

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Variants

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loggia , loggias , loggie

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Etymology

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From Italian: 'loggia' (loggia, balcony, terrace, gallery). Derived from the Latin word 'loggia' meaning 'covered gallery' or 'pavilion'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'loggia' is also used in botany to refer to the enclosed space surrounding the base of a tree, where the roots meet the trunk.

2. The loggia in the Sistine Chapel, designed by Michelangelo, is one of the most famous and beautiful loggias in the world.

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Related Concepts

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1. Balcony: A balcony is a narrow, open-air platform projecting from the wall of a building, typically one or more storeys above the ground or street level. Balconies are often used for relaxation, socializing, or as an extension of living space.

2. Terrace: A terrace is a level area of ground, often raised above the surrounding land, that is used for outdoor activities, such as gardens, seating areas, or buildings. Terraces can be natural or man-made.

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Culture

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In architecture, a loggia is a covered outdoor space, often with columns or arches, used for relaxation, socializing, or as a decorative feature. Loggias have been featured in various works of literature, art, and music, such as Shakespeare's 'The Two Gentlemen of Verona' and Leonardo da Vinci's 'Vitruvian Man'.

How to Memorize "loggia"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a covered outdoor space with columns or arches, where people can relax and enjoy the outdoors. Visualize this space as part of a building, often projecting from its wall.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'loggia' with the image of a covered balcony or gallery, often found in Italian architecture.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'Lots Of Gorgeous Gardens Involved' to remember the meaning of 'loggia' (Loggia = Lots Of Gorgeous Gardens Involved).

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