Schoolyard (noun)

An outdoor area, typically surrounded by a school building, used for recreation or physical education.

Origin:

Late 19th century: a compound of school + yard.

Examples:

1. The schoolyard was filled with children playing games during recess.
2. The school held an assembly in the schoolyard for the whole school.
3. The schoolyard was the site of a running race for the school's track and field team.
4. Schoolyard basketball games were a staple of after-school activities.
5. On sunny days, the schoolyard was bustling with children playing on the playground.