patio

noun

pa·​tio ˈpa-tē-ˌō How to pronounce patio (audio)
also ˈpä-
plural patios
Synonyms of pationext
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

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there's a patio in the center of the apartment complex
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For families, there are several rooms on the ground floor with patios that lead out to the pool area. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Sep. 2026 The Home Depot Patio Furniture Labor Day Sales If your patio furniture got plenty of love this summer, take The Home Depot’s end-of-season sale as a prime opportunity to refresh ahead of next year. — Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 5 Sep. 2026 This wicker patio set is more than $500 off and includes a weather-resistant design made to hold up through rain and everyday use. — Amber Harding Outkick, FOXNews.com, 4 Sep. 2026 Happy hours and concerts, held on the Woodland Commons patio and in the new Carolina Hall, are very popular. — Erickson Senior Living, Charlotte Observer, 4 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for patio

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Etymology

Spanish

First Known Use

1764, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of patio was in 1764

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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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