A porch is an outdoor space, typically attached to a house, that provides a sheltered area for people to enter and exit the building. The term porch can refer to a variety of structures, including verandahs (8 letters), piazzas (6 letters), galleries (7 letters), terraces (7 letters), patios (5 letters), entrances (8 letters), verandas (7 letters), stoops (5 letters), lanais (5 letters), lobbies (5 letters), porticos (7 letters), and stoas (4 letters). These structures are often used as a place to relax or entertain guests, and may be decorated with furniture, plants, and other decorations.