patio — A paved outdoor area adjoining a house, used for dining or recreation
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: A paved outdoor area adjoining a house, used for dining or recreation
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈpæti.oʊ/
Example Sentences
- The cat loves to sunbathe on the warm patio tiles.
- My neighbor's patio party was so loud that even the squirrels complained.
- We installed new lighting to make the patio more inviting at night.
patio
NOUN[/ˈpæti.oʊ/]
A paved outdoor area adjoining a house, used for dining or recreation
a family of four sits around a wooden dining table enjoying a barbecue meal together. The father grills vegetables on a nearby outdoor grill while steam rises appetizingly. The mother and two children laugh and chat while eating from colorful plates. Comfortable patio furniture including cushioned chairs and a sun umbrella create a welcoming atmosphere. Potted plants and string lights decorate the stone-paved outdoor space. The house wall forms one border of this outdoor dining area. a paved outdoor area adjoining a house, used for dining or recreation
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Spanish 'patio,' originally denoting an open courtyard or inner court. The term emerged from traditional Spanish domestic architecture, referring to the central outdoor space found in the heart of colonial-era houses.
Breakdown
The word is a direct borrowing from Spanish 'patio,' which itself evolved from Latin 'patina' (a shallow dish or flat surface), metaphorically applied to the flat, open courtyard spaces in Mediterranean architecture.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The cat loves to sunbathe on the warm patio tiles.”
“My neighbor's patio party was so loud that even the squirrels complained.”
“We installed new lighting to make the patio more inviting at night.”
“The patio umbrella flew away during the storm like a giant flower seeking freedom.”
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