noun
Meaning 1
A porch at the front of a building.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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Phrase guide
front porch
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noun
Meaning 2
A brief period inserted between the end of each transmitted line of picture and the leading edge of the next line sync pulse, intended to allow voltage levels to stabilise in older televisions, preventing interference between picture lines.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Topics: broadcasting, media, television
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noun
Meaning 3
a porch for the front door
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Broader terms: porch
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Etymology
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Across languages
Translations
2 source translations are retained for this English entry.
- Plautdietsch: Väaleew — a porch at the front of a building
- Polish: przedni ganek — a porch at the front of a building