Courtyard

Pronunciation

• GenAm IPA: /ˈkɔɹt.jɑɹd/
• RP IPA: /ˈkɔːt.jɑːd/

Origin

court + yard

Full definition of courtyard

Noun

1. an area, open to the sky, partially or wholly surrounded by walls or buildingsShe sat in the courtyard, enjoying the garden.