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

• close
• court
• courtyard
• enclosure
• inclosure
• quad
• quadrangle
• yard

Examples of patio in a Sentence

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

Recent Examples on the Web

The spacious suites are appointed with handcrafted furnishings, natural materials, and large windows that allow for abundant natural light, as well as generously-sized private outdoor patios. —Austa Somvichian-Clausen, Travel + Leisure, 18 Sep. 2024

Reserve a table on their patio and taste dishes like the lobster mac and truffle fries, followed by filet mignon or Faroe Island salmon. —Nicole Schnitzler, Chicago Tribune, 18 Sep. 2024

Photo : Become Legendary The covered patio has an outdoor kitchen. —Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 17 Sep. 2024

Elsewhere, fiberglass is woven into material for window shades, patio furniture, and other products. —Noam Levey, NPR, 17 Sep. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Spanish

First Known Use

1764, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing patio

• patio door

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