patio

noun

pa·​tio ˈpa-tē-ˌō 

 also  ˈpä-

plural patios

1

: courtyard

especially : an inner court open to the sky

2

: a recreation area that adjoins a dwelling, is often paved, and is adapted especially to outdoor dining

Synonyms

• close
• court
• courtyard
• enclosure
• inclosure
• quad
• quadrangle
• yard

Examples of patio in a Sentence

there's a patio in the center of the apartment complex

Recent Examples on the Web

Keep scrolling for more patio finds from Walmart to give your backyard a summer refresh. —Ali Faccenda, Peoplemag, 10 May 2024

Naturally, the grounds make for the perfect place to entertain à la Uncle Jimmy, with tons of antique brick patios, a fire pit, a grill, and a water fountain. —Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 10 May 2024

Word History

Etymology

Spanish

First Known Use

1764, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing patio

• patio door

Kids Definition

patio

noun

pa·​tio ˈpat-ē-ˌō 

 also  ˈpät-

plural patios

1

: courtyard

especially : an inner court open to the sky

2

: an often paved recreation area next to a dwelling