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

While the wicker base is a nice nod to traditional patio furniture, the breezy silhouette manifests a more modern look. — Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 27 June 2026

My lovely wife wanted a fish pond, a retaining wall with a privacy fence, and a brick patio set on a concrete base. — Tim Carter, Hartford Courant, 27 June 2026

The team behind Palo Santo announces plans for a new restaurant and social club in Midtown, peach trees arrive on Peachtree Street, Tipsy Thaiger opens its patio for the summer and more from the Atlanta food scene this week. — Olivia Wakim, AJC.com, 27 June 2026

For a modern twist on the linen duo, look to Staud’s halterneck and pant pairing or Merlette’s wrap blouse and midi skirt—either ideal for date nights and evenings spent catching-up on a rooftop patio. — Christina Holevas, Vogue, 27 June 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