1. plural of awning; sheets of canvas or other material stretched on a frame and used to keep the sun or rain off a storefront, window, doorway, or deck

Examples

• The colorful awnings along Main Street provided shade for shoppers.
• We installed retractable awnings over our patio doors.
• The storm damaged several awnings in the downtown area.
• Red and white striped awnings gave the cafe a cheerful appearance.
• The hotel’s awnings were rolled up during the winter months.
• New awnings were needed after the old ones faded in the sun.