porch Definition
- 1a covered shelter projecting in front of the entrance of a building
- 2a veranda
Using porch: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "porch" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
She sat on the porch, enjoying the view.
Example
The house has a large front porch.
Example
We spent the evening on the back porch, watching the sunset.
porch Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with porch
Example
The house had a sleeping porch that was perfect for summer nights.
a porch that extends around two or more sides of a building
Example
The farmhouse had a beautiful wraparound porch with rocking chairs and a porch swing.
the practice of engaging in political discussions with neighbors and friends on one's front porch
Example
In small towns, front porch politics is still a common way for people to discuss local issues.
Summary: porch in Brief
A 'porch' [pɔːtʃ] is a covered shelter that projects in front of the entrance of a building. It can also refer to a veranda. Examples include 'She sat on the porch, enjoying the view.' and 'The house has a large front porch.' Phrases like 'sleeping porch' and 'wraparound porch' describe specific types of porches.
