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cabana

American  
[kuh-ban-uh, -ban-yuh, -bah-nuh, -bahn-yuh] / kəˈbæn ə, -ˈbæn yə, -ˈbɑ nə, -ˈbɑn yə /
Spanish cabaña

noun

  1. a small cabin or tentlike structure for use as a bathhouse, especially on a beach or by a swimming pool.

  2. a cabin or cottage.


cabana British  
/ kəˈbɑːnə /

noun

  1. a tent used as a dressing room by the sea

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Etymology

Origin of cabana

1830–40; < Spanish cabaña; cabin

Example Sentences

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Meaning Mom could be lounging by an oceanside cabana and eating sushi just about anywhere.

From Literature

I didn’t spring for a cabana, many of which were more than the cost of my cruise.

From The Wall Street Journal

Outside, cantilevered decks and platforms overlook a lap pool, spa, sauna and cabana shrouded in eucalyptus, sycamore, oak and bamboo.

From Los Angeles Times

The property “designed for grand-scale entertaining and quiet retreat alike” includes a cozy home theater, a chic bar, a pool cabana, a large gym, a game room, an outdoor projection screen, and a sport court.

From MarketWatch

Luxe amenities include four guest suites and an outdoor living area with a pool and spa, a cabana, and a kitchen.

From MarketWatch