yards Definition
- 1a unit of linear measure equal to 3 feet (0.9144 meter) and used for measuring length, especially for determining the dimensions of a piece of land
- 2an enclosed area used for a specific purpose, such as a storage yard or a railroad yard
Using yards: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "yards" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The house sits on a two-acre lot with a large front yard.
Example
The train was parked in the rail yard overnight.
Example
The lumber yard is located on the outskirts of town.
Example
The car was parked in the back yard.
yards Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with yards
a work shift that runs through the early morning hours, typically from midnight until 8 a.m.
Example
He works the graveyard shift at the hospital.
play hardball
to act aggressively or ruthlessly, especially in business or politics
Example
The company decided to play hardball with its competitors by lowering prices.
Example
She hit the nail on the head when she said the project would take longer than expected.
Summary: yards in Brief
The term 'yards' [yahrds] refers to a unit of linear measure equal to 3 feet, used for measuring length, and an enclosed area used for a specific purpose, such as a storage yard or a railroad yard. Examples include 'The house sits on a two-acre lot with a large front yard.' and 'The train was parked in the rail yard overnight.'
