backyard

Definition

  • noun: an area in back of a house
  • noun: an area at the rear of a house

Examples

  • Residents grew anxious when they learned the new prison would be located in their 'backyard'. [=would be located near their homes]

  • For fun in the sun this summer, look no farther than your own 'backyard'. [='neighborhood']

  • We spent the evening relaxing in the 'backyard'.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) - You can't just kill it. - Watch me. Do you know what we can learn from this? It's like finding a Tyrannosaurus rex in your backyard. Cat, I don't see that as being a good thing. Ben, wait! I know what you're going to ask, so don't even say it. (..)
    2002 Shark Attack 3: Megalodon