1. plural of barnyard; areas of farmland around barns, typically where farm animals are kept

Examples

• The chickens roamed freely in the barnyards.
• Several barnyards in the county were affected by the storm.
• The children loved visiting the barnyards to see the animals.
• Modern barnyards often have concrete surfaces for easier cleaning.
• The farmer checked all his barnyards before sunset.
• These barnyards have been in the family for generations.