farmyard

American

[fahrm-yahrd] / ˈfɑrmˌjɑrd /

noun

a yard or enclosure surrounded by or connected with farm buildings.

farmyard British

/ ˈfɑːmˌjɑːd /

noun

1. an area surrounded by or adjacent to farm buildings
2. ( as modifier )
  
  farmyard animals

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Etymology

Origin of farmyard

First recorded in 1740–50; farm + yard ²

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farmyard

MGM's "The Sheep Detectives," a farmyard whodunnit, took in $12.5 million over the weekend for a total of $47 million -- marking a fifth-place finish.

From Barron's ● May 24, 2026

Their sheepdog, known to bark when anyone visited the farm, had disappeared and locals said it was found drowned in the farmyard well - though this is not referenced in the police report.

From BBC ● Sep. 4, 2024

So how quick is it, and can a tiny company working out of a farmyard close to the city really take on the world of Formula 1?

From BBC ● Apr. 9, 2024

“It’s really important for me to recognize and acknowledge what’s important for others beyond my own farmyard and AM radio is one of those things,” she said.

From Seattle Times ● Mar. 11, 2024

How strong was his scent over the tar and straw and farmyard?

From "Watership Down: A Novel" by Richard Adams

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