yardlot

noun
UK /ˈjɑːdlɒt/
US /ˈjɑːrdlɑːt/

A yardlot is a small open space next to a building where people can park or play.

The children played tag in the yardlot behind the school.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A measured portion of land used for storage or parking.

They rented a yardlot to keep their old boat.

3. A fenced area beside a house or shop.

The shop's yardlot was filled with crates.

4. A small plot of open ground shared by neighbors.

The neighbors met in the yardlot to plan a garden.