1. An open area in front of a building, especially a large impressive building
The forecourt of the palace was decorated for the royal ceremony.
O pátio frontal do palácio foi decorado para a cerimônia real.
2. The area in front of a petrol/gas station where vehicles fill up
The forecourt attendant helped customers at the petrol station.
O atendente do pátio de gasolina ajudou os clientes no posto de combustível.
3. In tennis, the part of the court between the service line and the net
He played an excellent forehand volley from the forecourt.
Ele fez um excelente voleio de direita do pátio frontal.