TER'RACE, n. [L. terra, the earth.] 1. In gardening, a raised bank of earth with sloping sides, laid with turf, and graveled on the top for a walk.2. A balcony or open gallery.3. The flat roof of a house. All the buildings of the oriental nations are covered with terraces, where people walk or sleep.TER'RACE, v.t. To form in to a terrace. 1. To open to the air and light.
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