penthouse

Meanings

1. A structure or annexe (especially one with a sloping roof) extending from the side of a building, sometimes as protection from the weather.
2. Something forming a shelter or canopy over something; an awning, shelter, etc.
3. Any of the sloping roofs at the side of a real tennis court.
4. An apartment or suite found on an upper floor, or floors, of a tall building, especially one that is expensive or luxurious with panoramic views.

1. To provide with a penthouse, shelter by means of a shed sloping from a wall, or anything similar.

Etymology

From Anglo-Norman pentiz (“pentice”), from apendiz (“appentice”), ultimately from a suffixed form of Latin appendō (“to append”). Altered by folk etymology to appear to be a compound of house. Doublet of appentice and pentice.