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schoolyard

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Noun — The outdoor area around a school, used by students for recreation.

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Etymology

A compound of school and yard.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “schoolyard” mean?
The word “schoolyard” means the outdoor area around a school, used by students for recreation. In plain terms, the open ground at a school where students play or gather.
How do you use “schoolyard” in a sentence?
Here is “schoolyard” used in a sentence: “The kids played tag in the schoolyard during recess.”
What part of speech is “schoolyard”?
“Schoolyard” is a noun.

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