Backyard: meaning, definitions and examples

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backyard

 

[ หˆbakหŒjษ‘หrd ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

in a house

The area behind a house, typically enclosed by a fence, where people can relax, play, or entertain guests.

Synonyms

courtyard, garden, yard

Examples of usage

  • I love to have barbecues in my backyard.
  • The kids are playing tag in the backyard.
  • We have a nice garden in our backyard.
Context #2 | Noun

informal

An area close to someone's home where they can relax and spend time outdoors.

Synonyms

back garden, outdoor space

Examples of usage

  • She loves to sit in her backyard and read a book.
  • Our backyard is a peaceful retreat from the city.

Translations

Translations of the word "backyard" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น quintal

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเคฟเค›เคตเคพเคกเคผเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Hinterhof

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ halaman belakang

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะทะฐะดะฝั–ะน ะดะฒั–ั€

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ podwรณrko

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่ฃๅบญ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท arriรจre-cour

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ patio trasero

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท arka bahรงe

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋’ค๋œฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ูู†ุงุก ุงู„ุฎู„ููŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dvorek

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ dvor

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅŽ้™ข

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ dvoriลกฤe

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ bakgarรฐur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐัƒะปะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฃแƒ™แƒแƒœแƒ แƒ”แƒ–แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ arxa hษ™yษ™t

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ patio trasero

Word origin

The word 'backyard' originated in the 17th century and is a combination of 'back' and 'yard'. It refers to the outdoor area behind a house, often used for recreation or relaxation. Backyards have been a common feature of residential properties, providing a private space for families to enjoy outdoor activities. Over time, backyards have evolved to include amenities such as patios, gardens, and play areas, becoming an integral part of the home environment.

See also: back, backbone, backchat, backdrop, backed, backer, backers, backhander, backing, backline, backmarker, backpack, backroom, backside, backspace, backstop, backup, backward, backwards, unbacked.