curtilages

noun

plural of curtilage
as in enclosures

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for curtilages
  1. enclosures
  2. yards
  3. patios
  4. courtyards
  5. quads
  6. courts
  7. quadrangles
  8. closes
Noun
  • The four orphaned bobcat kittens will be monitored and cared for in special remote enclosures among the trees over the next few months.
    — Nollyanne Delacruz, Mercury News, 12 July 2026
  • Think under-stair dog dens, laundry-room cat cubbies tucked next to the dryer for warmth, and litter box enclosures hidden inside custom benches with ventilation fans that exhaust odor outside.
    — Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 8 July 2026
Definition of enclosures
Noun
  • But in Sweden the public library system is excellent, and there were yards of shelf space of English literature even in our small town.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 15 July 2026
  • Ten yards away, a middle-aged man is taking off his shirt in the center of a circle of 30 or so people sitting in the grass.
    — Nick H. Penniman, Rolling Stone, 15 July 2026
Definition of yards
Noun
  • Performance rugs might instantly bring patios to mind, but what better place for one than the kitchen?
    — Vy Yang, Architectural Digest, 9 July 2026
  • Companion Suites offer a special treatment experience for couples, with fireplaces, soaking tubs, and outdoor patios.
    — Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 7 July 2026
Definition of patios
Noun
  • Such strategies include building green roofs and courtyards to help with shading and air circulation, and using dense materials such as concrete or brick that can stabilize indoor temperatures in heat.
    — Ignacio Calderon, USA Today, 3 July 2026
  • Windows cornice the terracotta roofs of Rome, the city’s domes, bell towers and hidden courtyards.
    — Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 2 July 2026
Definition of courtyards
Noun
  • The Michaels siblings say growing up as quads gives them a lot to be grateful for.
    — David Chiu, PEOPLE, 17 June 2026
  • Exercises that target your ankles, calves, and quads—like calf raises, marches, and squats—can help circulate blood throughout your legs.
    — RikkiLynn Shields Hannigan, Health, 11 June 2026
Definition of quads
Noun
  • Truth is, the coalition of Democratic AGs, along with others, have been in a variety of corporate collisions in the courts wth Trump and team.
    — Dominic Patten, Deadline, 13 July 2026
  • As well, the machine's limited computer vision can’t address environmental situations like differing degrees of lighting conditions in outdoor courts, or varied ceiling heights in indoor gyms.
    — Shirl Leigh July 13, New Atlas, 13 July 2026
Definition of courts
Noun
  • This spring, across the nation’s auditoriums and quadrangles, members of the class of 2026 took their seats to receive remarks from distinguished guests.
    — Molly Fischer, New Yorker, 15 June 2026
  • There, visitors come across soaring mosaics made from tiny golden tiles, murals of horses and sandy indoor quadrangles with palm trees sprouting up under vaulted ceilings.
    — Caroline Reid, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Definition of quadrangles
Noun
  • Most expect United to enter the market for another central midfielder before the summer transfer window closes.
    — Graham Ruthven, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
  • The brand will continue to be stocked at the store once the pop-up closes later this summer.
    — Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 9 July 2026
Definition of closes
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