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

  • (..) - We're not mad. You know what? I missed Minnesota too. I missed the woods that we took hikes. And the backyard where you used to play. Spring lake. Where you learned to skate. Come here. Hey. (..)
    2015 Inside Out
  • (..) move to San Fran stincko. But, I mean. It's just so drastic. Need I remind you of how great things were there. Our room. Our backyard. Our friends. Did I ask for the gum commercial? Anyway, it was better. That's my point. - Yeah, Riley was happier in Minnesota. (..)
    2015 Inside Out