yurt
noun
\ ˈyu̇rt
, ˈyərt\
, ˈyərt\
Definition of yurt
: a circular domed tent of skins or felt stretched over a collapsible lattice framework and used by pastoral peoples of inner Asia
also
: a structure that resembles a yurt usually in size and design
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Examples of yurt in a Sentence
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According to parents at the cross-country meet, the yurts are a favorite spot for local residents to spend the weekend. — Peter Kujawinski, New York Times, "Rich in Surprises and Secrets, There’s a State Park Waiting for You," 29 July 2019 The yurt is set on an elevated platform that is wedged in a stand of pine trees. — Amy Gamerman, WSJ, "Pop-Up Tents No S’more: Glamping Is the New Backyard Camping," 11 July 2019 For families that want to stay and play, the park has an RV and motor home site; yurts, RVs and tents are available to rent with campground amenities such as picnic areas, a swimming pool and children’s playground. — Jeff Roffman, ajc, "8 places to visit before kids head back to school," 31 July 2019 Just a mile uphill from the small six-person hut run by the Never Summer Nordic yurt system is beautiful Agnes Lake, ringed by Nokhu Crags, Mount Richthofen and Mount Mahler, all within day-hiking range. — Ryan Wichelns, The Know, "The best hut trips in Colorado for summertime adventures," 18 July 2019 And while its lush greenery, camping yurts, and historic charm are certainly draws, officials are looking for more ways to attract visitors. — Steve Annear, BostonGlobe.com, "What’s next for Peddocks Island? Advocates are planning its future — and they want the public’s help," 25 June 2019 Airbnb lists most accommodations, which include yurts, camping plots, or bothies (small shelters usually equipped with a modest furnace, stove, and outhouse). — Danielle Bernabe, National Geographic, "Visit a wild and beautiful Scottish island owned by its residents," 26 Apr. 2019 The styles were varied, with trailers, container homes, yurts, tipis, vans and converted buses all on display. — Carina Julig, The Denver Post, "Tiny homes as affordable and alternative housing gain in popularity. Colorado is at forefront of the movement.," 5 July 2019 Pitch a tent at one of the many campgrounds or cozy up in a hillside yurt at Treebones, which has been offering glamorous camping since well before someone coined the clever portmanteau. — Sarah Feldberg, SFChronicle.com, "How to do Big Sur the right way," 3 July 2019These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'yurt.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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