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Definition of patio

patio

/ˈpæt.i.oʊ/
pa · ti · o
Plural:patios
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• noun

1

A paved outdoor area adjoining a house, typically used for dining, recreation, or lounging.

Example

"We spent the warm summer evening eating dinner and talking out on the patio."

2

An inner, roofless courtyard, especially one characteristic of Spanish or Latin American architecture.

Example

"The historic hacienda featured a beautiful central patio filled with potted ferns and a stone fountain."

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• Nearby Words

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patia river
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patriarchalist
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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Spanish 'patio' (inner courtyard), which is of uncertain origin, possibly from Old Provençal 'pati' or Latin 'patere' meaning 'to lie open'.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Patio. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/patio
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