marquee

• Sustantivo que designa una gran carpa utilizada para eventos sociales o un toldo permanente sobre la entrada de un hotel, teatro u otro edificio.

A noun referring to a large tent used for social events or a permanent canopy over the entrance of a hotel, theater, or other building.

1. Large tentB1formal

   A spacious and often decorated tent used for special outdoor events, parties, or exhibitions.

   Carpa grande para eventos

   • The wedding reception was held under a beautiful white marquee.
   • They set up a huge marquee for the charity gala.
   • The garden party featured a marquee with a dance floor and bar.

   Sinónimosbig toppaviliontent

2. Canopy over entranceB1formal

   A permanent roof-like structure projecting over the entrance of a building, typically at a hotel, theater, or restaurant.

   Marquesina

   • The hotel marquee sheltered guests from the rain as they entered.
   • She stood under the marquee waiting for her ride.
   • The theater marquee displays the current show's name in bright lights.

   Sinónimosawningcanopycoveroverhang