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 of patio

• courtyard
• yard
• enclosure
• quadrangle

Examples of patio in a Sentence

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

Recent Examples on the Web

The space has five Trackman golf bays, high-end technology used by professionals for its extensive data tracking, a bar, a cigar patio, TVs to watch sports and a high-end but affordable food menu that still pays homage to traditional golf food. — Sophie Lindberg, Kansas City Star, 25 July 2026

On the main living level, wide sliding glass doors open to patios and terraces that stack outdoor seating areas. — David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 25 July 2026

Enjoy it outside on the patio swings for a sweet summer vibe. — Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 24 July 2026

Entertaining spaces spill outdoors via large sliding glass doors onto a covered patio and upper balcony, while a wine cellar offers a fitting place to unwind after a day on the links. — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 24 July 2026

Word History

Etymology

Spanish

First Known Use

1764, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing patio

• patio door

Rhymes for patio

• acknow
• aglow
• ago
• airglow
• aloe
• altho
• although
• ammo
• backflow
• backhoe
• banjo
• barbeau

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