terrace
Prononciation : [ˈtɛrəs]
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Contexte : « architecture »
(noun) a flat, open area that is attached to a building. People use it to sit outside, enjoy the sun, or have meals. It’s like having a little outdoor room.
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We spent the afternoon relaxing on the terrace, enjoying the nice weather.
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There is no terrace on the new building; we can’t sit outside anymore.
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Do you want to have dinner on the terrace tonight?
Contexte : « geography »
(noun) a raised, flat area of land, often used for farming or looking out over a landscape. It's like a step in the landscape where plants can grow.
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The farmer created several terraces on the hillside to grow more crops.
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The land in that area is not flat; it doesn't have any terraces for farming.
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What are the benefits of using terraces for agriculture?
Contexte : « architecture »
(verb) to create a flat area that is raised above the ground or attach a terrace to a building. It’s like building a small outdoor space in the air.
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They plan to terrace the backyard to make room for a garden.
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They didn’t terrace the area, so it remained uneven and hard to use.
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Will you terrace the new section of the house?
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