yard

¹yard

noun

Definition of YARD

1

an open space wholly or partly enclosed (as by buildings or walls) <inmates are allowed an hour of exercise in the prison's inner yard>

Synonyms close, courtyard, enclosure (also inclosure), patio, quad, quadrangle, yard

Related Words atrium, galleria, parvis (also parvise), peristyle; forecourt, place, plaza, square; deck, terrace; curtilage

2

the area around and belonging to a building <we're looking for a house with a big yard>

Synonyms demesne, park, premises (also premisses), yard

Related Words acres, estate, land, lot, parcel, plot, property, real estate, realty; campus; backyard, churchyard, dooryard, schoolyard; close, enclosure (also inclosure), garden, garth, plaza