Illustration 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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The governor also received a briefing on the fire behind closed doors in a yurt.
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Stacey Barchenger, AZCentral.com, 19 July 2025
For a memorable family experience, book a yurt dinner—a cozy evening in a rustic mountain hut, complete with a gourmet meal under the stars.
—Caroline Tell, Forbes, 3 Mar. 2025
Several lodging options are available, including camping, cabin rentals, treehouse and yurt stays, as well as nearby hotels.
—Amanda Hancock, The Courier-Journal, 2 July 2025
Visitors can even stay the night through its various lodging options including cabins, campgrounds and yurts.
—Alex Perry, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
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Stacey Barchenger, AZCentral.com, 19 July 2025
For a memorable family experience, book a yurt dinner—a cozy evening in a rustic mountain hut, complete with a gourmet meal under the stars.
—Caroline Tell, Forbes, 3 Mar. 2025
Several lodging options are available, including camping, cabin rentals, treehouse and yurt stays, as well as nearby hotels.
—Amanda Hancock, The Courier-Journal, 2 July 2025
Visitors can even stay the night through its various lodging options including cabins, campgrounds and yurts.
—Alex Perry, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for yurt
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“Yurt.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/yurt. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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yurt
noun
: a light round tent of skins or felt used by nomads in central Asia
Etymology
from Russian yurta "a domed tent, yurt"; of Turkish origin
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