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

When warmer weather arrives, about 60 to 70 more customers will be able to bask on an outdoor patio shared with Sushi Shack. —Michael Deeds december 4, Idaho Statesman, 4 Dec. 2025

Boca Baco, Granada Steps from historic Granada's cathedral, Boca Baco fills a breezy, beautiful patio space with local art and draping greenery for an unpretentious spot to enjoy one of the best meals in town. —Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 4 Dec. 2025

It’s connected to her sister’s house by an outdoor patio. —Sophie Carson, jsonline.com, 3 Dec. 2025

If possible, move plants indoors or under covered areas, like porches or patios to prevent exposure. —Hayleigh Evans, AZCentral.com, 3 Dec. 2025

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