Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (n.) A rooflike cover, usually of canvas, extended over or before any place as a shelter from the sun, rain, or wind. 2. (n.) That part of the poop deck which is continued forward beyond the bulkhead of the cabin.

Multi-Version Concordance Awning (1 Occurrence) Ezekiel 27:7 Of fine linen with embroidered work from Egypt was your sail, that it might be to you for a banner; blue and purple from the islands of Elishah was your awning. (WEB JPS ASV DBY NAS RSV NIV)