patio

noun

pa·​tio ˈpa-tē-ˌō How to pronounce patio (audio)
 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

Examples of patio in a Sentence

there's a patio in the center of the apartment complex
Recent Examples on the Web The Chanel and Charles Finch Pre-Oscar dinner returned to the Beverly Hills Hotel last night as stars descended onto the patio of the iconic Los Angeles hotel. Sam Sussman, Vogue, 10 Mar. 2024 Ortiz, along with his mother, sister and brother-in-law, run the truck on the back patio of the taproom. Deanna Taylor, Charlotte Observer, 8 Mar. 2024 Many of the property’s rooms are oriented towards the pool and lawn, with floor-to-ceiling walls of glass that connect to a covered patio and backyard area, where there are many seating areas and alfresco dining tables. Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 7 Mar. 2024 In its first few years, Mandrake operated almost like a gallery, with the room between the front bar and the outdoor patio hosting rotating art shows. Danielle Dorsey, Los Angeles Times, 7 Mar. 2024 To make the building a nice place to work, it was designed to have natural light, large windows, break areas like outdoor patios and decks, and a break room for staff with comfortable furniture. Corina Vanek, The Arizona Republic, 6 Mar. 2024 With its leafy geometric design, the Tulum Desert Sage Rug is a perfect addition to patios and decks. Toni Sutton, Peoplemag, 5 Mar. 2024 Visitors can also try ARLO, a sit-down restaurant with a full bar, outdoor patio and live music. Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Feb. 2024 In 2022, a 100-seat outdoor patio opened in the old parking lot. Bill Esparza, New York Times, 27 Feb. 2024

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Word History

Etymology

Spanish

First Known Use

1764, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of patio was in 1764

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“Patio.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/patio. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

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patio

noun
pa·​tio ˈpat-ē-ˌō How to pronounce patio (audio)
 also  ˈpät-
plural patios
1
: courtyard
especially : an inner court open to the sky
2
: an often paved recreation area next to a dwelling

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