curtilage

/kɜːrˈtɪlɪdʒ/

Definitions

1. noun

A small piece of land, especially one that is enclosed and used in connection with a larger estate.

“The old mansion had a large house and a large curtilage with several outbuildings.”

2. noun

Land surrounding and adjacent to a dwelling-house, especially in medieval England.

“The village had a collection of small cottages, each with its own curtilage.”

Synonyms

  • enclosure
  • estate
  • grounds

Antonyms

  • freedom
  • open space