alfresco 1 of 2

adjective

al-ˈfre-(ˌ)skō How to pronounce alfresco (audio)
Definition of alfresconext
as in outdoor
of, relating to, or held in the open air during the summer months, the theater company puts on a series of alfresco performances

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adverb

al-ˈfre-(ˌ)skō How to pronounce alfresco (audio)
as in outside
in or into the open air the restaurant's shaded terrace is highly recommended for those seeking to dine alfresco

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Recent Examples of alfresco
Adjective
Amenities and experiences The alfresco pool is lovely, but ongoing construction in the area at the moment is a bit of an eyesore. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 Oct. 2026 Dining areas both in the home and the alfresco patio encourage visitors to enjoy the beauty of Northern Italy’s picturesque landscapes and rich tradition of communal dining. — Madeline Weinfield, Architectural Digest, 16 Oct. 2026 This one is designed around a citrus tree, but is used for alfresco entertaining rather than farming. — Tori Latham, Robb Report, 14 Oct. 2026 Diners spilled out of restaurants with alfresco seating, taking wine glasses into the street. — Nate Freeman, Vanity Fair, 25 Sep. 2026 There’s banquette, high-top and bar seating inside and patio tables for alfresco sipping. — Kate Bradshaw, Mercury News, 25 Aug. 2026
Adverb
If the weather is nice, dine alfresco by the water, facing the skyline, at Måsen. — Riza Cruz, Vogue, 29 Sep. 2026 This cash-only roadside restaurant serves everything from spring rolls to noodles, including pad Thai, with picnic benches to dine alfresco before heading into the Alaskan wilderness. — Stephanie Vermillion, Travel + Leisure, 23 July 2026 Fortunata's guests dining alfresco had a postcard view of the basilica and the bustling piazza, where teenagers canoodled on the edge of a fountain. — Natalie B. Compton The Washington Post, Arkansas Online, 19 July 2026 Dine alfresco on the front patio on nicer days; otherwise, the views over the Pacific are stunning inside the restaurant. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for alfresco
  1. outdoor
  2. outside
  3. out
  4. outdoors
Adjective
  • Think camping, outdoor work, or powering accessories at a track day.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 27 Oct. 2026
  • The improvements include new basketball courts, outdoor fitness equipment and the park system's first Bankshot court, an interactive basketball activity that challenges players to make shots using angled backboards.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 27 Oct. 2026
Definition of outdoor
Adverb
  • That has forced people waiting for emergency care into a large white tent outside, which was put up during the COVID-19 pandemic.
    — Melody Petersen, Los Angeles Times, 25 Oct. 2026
  • Without skipping a beat, the boys run outside, pick up colorful leather balls and launch into a juggling competition.
    — Julie Bourdin, NPR, 25 Oct. 2026
Definition of outside
Adverb
  • Most people are busy working, busy being parents, busy just being out there juggling.
    — Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 24 Oct. 2026
  • The Senate hopeful is looking to Obama in shoring up support for the traditionally Democratic demographic and broaden el Sayed’s coalition 10 days out from the midterm elections.
    — Carter Schroppe, The Washington Examiner, 24 Oct. 2026
Definition of out
Adverb
  • Visitors to Living can enjoy an authentic Milanese aperitivo, either indoors in the elegant atmosphere of the lounge, or outdoors, on the lush terrace overlooking the charming Piazzetta Bossi.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Oct. 2026
  • There is flower-arrangement inspiration for all seasons, ways of bringing the wild outdoors in.
    — Anna Grace Lee, Vogue, 21 Oct. 2026
Definition of outdoors

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