—n.
1 each of a series of flat areas formed on a slope and used for cultivation.
2 a level paved area next to a house.
3 a a row of houses on a raised level or along the top or face of a slope. b a row of houses built in one block of uniform style.
4 a flight of wide shallow steps as for spectators at a sports ground.
5 Geol. a raised beach, or a similar formation beside a river etc.
—v.tr. form into or provide with a terrace or terraces.
Phrases and idioms:
terraced house Brit. = terrace house. terraced roof a flat roof esp. of an Indian or Eastern house. terrace house Brit. any of a row of houses joined by party-walls.
Etymology: OF ult. f. L terra earth
Useful english dictionary. 2012.