Synonyms for
Porch
Definition
a covered structure in front of the entrance to a building
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- front porch
- back porch
- screened porch
- wrap-around porch
- sit on the porch
- porch swing
- porch light
- porch steps
Word family
noun porch
Usage note
A porch is typically an exterior covered shelter projecting from the entrance of a building. It is distinct from a deck, which is usually unroofed and often attached to the rear of a house.
Example sentences
- I sat on the porch and watched the rain.
- My grandmother has a swing on her porch.
- We put a rug on the porch to make it cozy.
- The front porch of the house was large and inviting.
- The porch light was on when we got home.
Quotes
There is something about sitting on the porch that just makes me happy.
The porch is the perfect place to watch the world go by.
Life is better on the porch.