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1barnyard

noun barn·yard \-ˌyärd\

: an area of ground near a barn that usually has a fence around it

Full Definition of BARNYARD

:  a usually fenced area adjoining a barn
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First Known Use of BARNYARD

14th century

2barnyard

adjective

: of or relating to a farm

: not polite : somewhat crude or rude

Full Definition of BARNYARD

:  smutty, earthy, scatological <barnyard humor>

First Known Use of BARNYARD

1927
BARNYARD Defined for Kids

barnyard

noun barn·yard \ˈbärn-ˌyärd\

Definition of BARNYARD for Kids

:  a usually fenced area next to a barn

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