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courtyard

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of courtyard

an open space wholly or partly enclosed (as by buildings or walls)
  • a series of lunchtime concerts in the museum's open-air courtyard
Synonyms of courtyard

close, court, enclosure (also inclosure), patio, quad, quadrangle, yard
Words Related to courtyard

atrium, galleria, peristyle

forecourt, place, plaza, square

deck, terrace

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