Synonyms of patio

patio

noun

ˈpa-tē-ˌō 

as in courtyard

an open space wholly or partly enclosed (as by buildings or walls)

there's a patio in the center of the apartment complex

Synonyms & Similar Words

• courtyard
• yard
• enclosure
• quadrangle
• court
• close
• quad
• plaza
• terrace
• deck
• atrium
• square
• place
• peristyle
• forecourt
• galleria
• parvis
• curtilage

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of patio

Having a wider setup can also help reduce reliance on a single broadcast point, keeping signal strength consistent in rooms further away, including some outdoor spaces, such as patios and decks. — K.h. Koehler, IndyStar, 10 Sep. 2026

Southern Living reported that the restaurant features seating on the docks, as well as on outdoor patios. — Chiara Kim, PEOPLE, 9 Sep. 2026

When complete, the restaurant will feature an expansive new outdoor bar and larger patio with panoramic views of Mount Hope Bay, the news release said. — Gail Ciampa, The Providence Journal, 9 Sep. 2026

The storm surges also chipped away at the Giles family's patio and yard in Laguna Beach, forcing inspectors to yellow-tag part of the property. — Luzdelia Caballero, CBS News, 8 Sep. 2026