chalet
/ʃæleɪ/ · chal·et
noun
- An alpine style of wooden building with a sloping roof and overhanging eaves. The family rented a cozy chalet in the Swiss Alps for their winter vacation.
- A small, rustic cottage or cabin, often used as a vacation home or retreat. The artist's chalet in the woods was a peaceful escape from the city.
Did you know? The word 'chalet' is often associated with luxury and high-end vacation homes, but its origins are rooted in humble, rustic architecture.