noun
An open space surrounded by walls or buildings, typically within a building complex
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The courtyard of the palace was beautifully landscaped with lush gardens and ornate fountains.
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Let's meet in the courtyard after class to hang out and chat.
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I heard there's a secret party happening in the courtyard tonight.
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In the courtyard of life, we are all just passing through, leaving our footprints behind.