Terrace

n. [Fr. terrasse, Sp. terraza, It. terrazzo, from Lat. terra, the earth.]

1. A raised level space or platform of earth, supported on one or more sides by a wall or bank of turf, or the like, whether designed for use or pleasure.
2. A balcony or open gallery. [Obs.] Fuller.
3. The flat roof of a house; as, the buildings of the Oriental nations are covered with terraces.