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pavilion

nounmasculine/pɐ.vi.ˈʎɐ̃w̃/medium

pa·vi·lhão

Definition

A large building, usually with a single nave, intended for sports events, fairs, exhibitions, or other activities.
The basketball game was held in the school's sports pavilion.
The company had a stand in the main pavilion of the trade fair.
Common collocations
sports pavilionexhibition pavilionconcert paviliontrade show pavilion

Etymology

Do francês 'pavillon', por sua vez do latim 'papilio, -onis' (borboleta, tenda).

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