1. a roofed structure with open sides used to shelter a parked car

Examples

• We parked the car under the carport to protect it from hail.
• The house came with a two-car carport attached to the side.
• Unlike a garage, a carport has no walls or doors.
• They converted the old carport into a covered patio.
• The carport provided shade but little protection from wind-driven rain.
• Many apartment complexes offer covered carports for residents.