fairground

noun

fair·​ground ˈfer-ˌgrau̇nd How to pronounce fairground (audio)
: an area where outdoor fairs, circuses, or exhibitions are held
often used in plural with singular construction
what a spot for a fairgroundsW. L. Gresham

Examples of fairground in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web This initiative included the development of the Fort Tuthill Amphitheatre, as well as the acquisition of Rogers Lake and expansions at the Fort Tuthill fairgrounds and parks throughout the county. Abigail Celaya, The Arizona Republic, 14 Apr. 2024 Activities and demonstrations will be spread throughout the OC fairgrounds including in multiple halls, an outdoor activities area, a makers square, Heroes Hall and also the Centennial Farm and its barn. Destiny Torres, Orange County Register, 13 Apr. 2024 In addition to the 61 units of fairgrounds housing, the city intends to work with private property owners to provide the remaining 52 affordable units. Phil Diehl, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Mar. 2024 Washington Plaza downtown was transformed into a fairground – not for a speech by Biden, but for the start of Charro Days, the three-day event named for the Mexican cowboys of the region’s history. USA TODAY, 29 Feb. 2024 The fairgrounds is getting inquiries from high schools, NCAA, USA Track & Field and World Athletics. David Woods, The Indianapolis Star, 22 Jan. 2024 Investigators found only $3,000 was used to paint a lodge at the fairgrounds, while the same painters admitted to also working on Mowery's home. Rory Appleton, The Indianapolis Star, 19 Mar. 2024 The agreement only authorizes fairgrounds CEO Carlene Moore to negotiate, and any decisions will be brought back to the board for approval, Mead said. Phil Diehl, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Mar. 2024 The fairgrounds also has four one-year renewal options. Luke Harold, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Mar. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1741, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of fairground was in 1741

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“Fairground.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fairground. Accessed 27 Apr. 2024.

Kids Definition

fairground

noun
fair·​ground ˈfa(ə)r-ˌgrau̇nd How to pronounce fairground (audio)
ˈfe(ə)r-
: an area set aside for fairs, circuses, and exhibitions

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