lookout tower


lookout tower

[′lu̇k‚au̇t ‚tau̇·ər] (engineering) In marine operations, any tower surmounted by a small house in which a watch is habitually kept, as distinguished from an observation tower in which no watch is kept.

belvedere

belvedere, 1 of the Vatican 1. A rooftop pavilion from which a vista can be enjoyed. 2. A gazebo. 3. A mirador.