Synonyms for

Garth

Verb / gɑ:rθ / Another word for garth — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a yard or courtyard surrounded by a cloister

Synonyms & similar words

courtyard cloister quadrangle patio yard garden enclosure peristyle piazza court

Synonyms by register

Formal

cloister garden monastic garden enclosed garden

Literary

pleasaunce bower parterre

Antonyms

open area expanse plain field clearing wasteland

Common collocations

  • monastery garth
  • walled garth
  • herb garth
  • kitchen garth
  • monastic garth
  • courtyard garth

Word family

noun garth

Usage note

A garth is typically an enclosed courtyard or garden, often found in monasteries or castles. It is a somewhat archaic term, more common in historical or literary contexts than in everyday speech.

Example sentences

  1. The garth behind the church was filled with flowers.
  2. The garth was a peaceful place for meditation.
  3. The garth was surrounded by a beautiful cloister.
  4. The garth was the perfect spot for a picnic.
  5. The garth was the center of the monastery's daily activities.

Quotes

  • The garth was a place of peace and tranquility.
  • The monks gathered in the garth for their daily prayers.
  • The garth was a sanctuary from the outside world.

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