patio

noun

pa·​tio ˈpa-tē-ˌō How to pronounce patio (audio)
 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

Examples of patio in a Sentence

there's a patio in the center of the apartment complex
Recent Examples on the Web This dining set includes a rectangular table, four patio chairs, and one long bench for additional seating. Monica Bell, Peoplemag, 21 Mar. 2024 The four-acre property at 1618 10th St., Noblesville, features a 6,000-square-foot taproom open to guests of all ages, an outdoor patio, a dog park and a playground for children. The Indianapolis Star, 18 Mar. 2024 Outdoors, there’s a pool, a large covered patio, an outdoor living room with a fireplace, a BBQ station and an indoor/outdoor bar. Catherine Reagor, The Arizona Republic, 18 Mar. 2024 From here, the kitchen leads to a landscaped rear garden with a patio, a gas fireplace, and tons of lush greenery. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 15 Mar. 2024 The review also says the patio area is especially pleasant with lush gardens and heat lamps. Jenna Anderson, Sunset Magazine, 13 Mar. 2024 Banquettes and booths beckon on the patio, while the dining room, accessed through a library stacked with vintage books, is loaded with charm down to the very last candlestick. Linda Zavoral, The Mercury News, 12 Mar. 2024 The plan includes a front patio where residents can relax and socialize. Housing at the church complex is open to young people, 18 to 25, who have aged out of the foster care system, along with their spouses and children. Melissa Gomez, Los Angeles Times, 11 Mar. 2024 From gardening helpers to stunning patio furniture, check out more Amazon Outlet deals on backyard finds below. Marilyn La Jeunesse, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Mar. 2024

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Word History

Etymology

Spanish

First Known Use

1764, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of patio was in 1764

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“Patio.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/patio. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

patio

noun
pa·​tio ˈpat-ē-ˌō How to pronounce patio (audio)
 also  ˈpät-
plural patios
1
: courtyard
especially : an inner court open to the sky
2
: an often paved recreation area next to a dwelling

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