PAVILION


Meaning of PAVILION in English

■ noun

1》 Brit. a building at a cricket ground or other sports ground used for changing and taking refreshments.

2》 a summer house or other decorative shelter in a park or large garden.

↘a marquee with a peak and crenellated decorations, used at a show or fair.

↘a temporary stand in which items are displayed at a trade exhibition.

3》 a detached or semi-detached block at a hospital or other building complex.

Origin

ME: from OFr. pavillon , from L. papilio(n-) 'butterfly or tent'.

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