garth

Definition

A grassy quadrangle surrounded by cloisters.

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English garth, from Old Norse garðr, from Proto-Germanic *gardaz, thus cognate with Old English ġeard, whence the English doublet yard.

Example Sentences

• "a cloister garth"
• "A clapper clapping in a garth / To scare the fowl from fruit."
• "The Candidate for membership of Hof, Garth or Hearth shall hold an Armill, or he may touch an unsheathed Sword throughout the ceremony."