yard
Translation
garden, yard
Examples
The kids are playing in the yard.
The kids are playing in the garden.
I need one yard of fabric.
I need one yard of fabric.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) yard an area of land next to a building The kids are playing in the yard.
((number)) yard ((of sth.)) a unit of length I need one yard of fabric.
Similar Words
Synonyms: garden, lawn, patio, court
Etymology
From Old English 'geard', meaning 'enclosure' or 'garden'.
Memory Tips
Picture a yardstick (a ruler one yard long) lying in your backyard.