Dooryard (noun)

An open area near the entrance of a building or a house.

Origin:

Of north american origin, from door + yard.

Examples:

1. In the dooryard, the flowers were blooming.
2. The dooryard was used for family gatherings and barbecues.
3. The dooryard was the place where children played.
4. A swing set was set up in the dooryard.
5. A shady tree was in the center of the dooryard.