騎樓
qí​lóu

arcade

  • created sense approved 骑楼/騎樓 · qí​lóu · arcade — "Initial import from upstream dictionary"

    骑楼 / 騎樓

    qí​lóu

    arcade

    A type of architecture common in southern China where the upper floors of a building overhang the sidewalk, creating a covered walkway for pedestrians; a building that spans over a street or alleyway.

    骑 (literal) → 骑/騎 · qí · to ride 楼 (literal) → 楼/樓 · lóu · building

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    created sense