Patio

Pronunciation

• RP IPA: /ˈpætiəʊ/
• US IPA: /ˈpætioÊŠ/

Origin

Spanish patio, either from Provencal patu or pati, from Latin pactum ("pact, agreement") or from Latin patere ("to lie open").

Full definition of patio

Noun

1. A paved outside area, adjoining a house, used for dining or recreation.
2. An inner courtyard typical of traditional Spanish houses.

Derived terms

• patio doors
• patio furniture

Anagrams

• taipo