awning

awning Definition

awn·ing (ôn′iŋ)

noun

a structure of canvas, metal, etc. extended before a window or door or over a patio, deck, etc. as a protection from the sun or rain

Etymology: < ? MFr auvans, (pl. of auvent, a sloping roof < OProv amban, parapet of a fortification) + -ing

awning Synonyms

canvas covering, canopy, shelter, sunshade, tent, tester, marquee; see also cover 1.

awning Usage Examples

Converse of subject

cover: Your house will look more beautiful if your windows are well decorated, while your balconies and terraces will be well covered by awnings.

Converse of object

erect: Can anyone guide me to a dealer or site etc. where I can view a selection of erected caravan awnings?
attach: Space for one attached single awning or one toilet tent is included in the pitch price.
have: Apart from the new design of boiler, these engines had a slightly larger awning to that fitted to no.

Adjective modifier

retractable: Patio area with table and chairs, retractable sun awning, stone built barbecue.
striped: A striped awning is mounted at the entrance where flowering plants help to improve the austere academic severity of the school entrance.
lightweight: Latest News, Discounts and Competitions Looking for a new lightweight compact awning which is easy to erect and store?
compact: Discount Tent & Awning Shop Looking for a new tent or compact awning?
white: Her logo was painted on a white awning above the shop, the word Chanel in black lettering.
full: A listing of the manufacturers and dealers of awnings including porch, free-standing to full awnings.

Modifies a noun

rail: Installation: Slides easily into the existing awning rail, easy to remove.
manufacturer: Your awning manufacturer will then advise on the nearest size of awning appropriate for your measurement.
fabric: Titanium and Ocean Blue pattern covers entire awning fabric, other patterns cover approximately 75 % of fabric.
pole: Once you have had a rest arrange the awning poles on the ground in their correct places.

Noun used with modifier

motorhome: Many years ago you could buy a motorhome awning specifically designed for rear fitting.
caravan: These marquees can also be used for any outside event, caravan awnings or in the garden.
patio: Making the most of your patio awning A patio sun awning is the perfect addition to a patio in sun.
porch: Victor Hogg I bought a cheap plastic 3 tier shelf unit and secured it with strong string to the porch awning pole.
canvas: Shade here is provided under a big canvas awning.
sun: Making the most of your patio awning A patio sun awning is the perfect addition to a patio in sun.

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