Courtyard Meaning
/ˈkɔɹt.jɑɹd/Definition, CEFR level B2, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounAn area, open to the sky, partially or wholly surrounded by walls or buildings.
Sentence Examples
In Beijing, hutongs are alleys formed by lines of siheyuans, the traditional courtyard residences.
There's a peacock in the courtyard.
The house is built around a central courtyard.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The children played in the sunny ____ surrounded by tall walls.
Word Origin & History
From court + yard.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The children played in the sunny ____ surrounded by tall walls.