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Webster 1913 Edition
Penthouse
Pent′houseˊ
,Noun.
[A corruption of
pentice
.] A shed or roof sloping from the main wall or building, as over a door or window; a lean-to. Also figuratively.
“The penthouse of his eyes.” Sir W. Scott.
Pent′houseˊ
,Adj.
Leaning; overhanging.
“Penthouse lid.” Shak.
“My penthouse eyebrows.” Dryden.
Webster 1828 Edition
Penthouse
PENT'HOUSE
,Noun.