noun

breezeway

/ˈbriːzweɪ/ · say it: BREEZ·way

a roofed open passage connecting two buildings

In more detail

1. (noun) a covered passage between two buildings or parts of a building, often open on the sides to allow air to flow through

Examples

1. The breezeway connects the main house to the garage, providing shelter from the rain.

How to use breezeway

A breezeway is primarily an architectural term for a semi-open structure designed to provide shelter while allowing ventilation and air circulation. It is commonly found in warm climates or institutional settings like schools and hospitals. The term is more common in American English and technical or real estate contexts.

Common phrases

breezeway connects
breezeway between
open breezeway
shaded breezeway
walk through the breezeway

Synonyms

covered passage · covered walkway · corridor · loggia · gallery

A common mistake

Learners sometimes confuse breezeways with arcades or porticos; a breezeway specifically connects two structures and allows air flow through it, rather than simply providing shelter.

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