a yard wholly or partly surrounded by walls or buildings; "the house was built around an inner court"

an enclosed space, but the walls need not be solid

a space enclosed by walls, a yard surrounded by buildings, an enclosed quadrangle area

a space surrounded by a building, often surrounded by a house

Outdoor space between a kiva and its associated surface rooms; probably used for many daily activities.

An open area enclosed by walls or buildings, especially in a castle or large house.

The interior outside grounds of a building.

A court or courtyard is an enclosed area, often a space enclosed by a building that is open to the sky. These areas in inns and public buildings were often the primary meeting places for some purposes, leading to the other meanings of court.

design: is found in single family and “villa” style homes where the courtyard is the focal point. They tend to be L or U shaped, with every room having a view of the pool or garden in the center.