playground

noun

play·​ground ˈplā-ˌgrau̇nd How to pronounce playground (audio)
1
: a piece of land used for and usually equipped with facilities for recreation especially by children
2
: an area known or suited for activity of a specified sort
a vacation playground

Examples of playground in a Sentence

The island was a playground of the rich and famous until the 1950s. These mountains are a playground for hikers, skiers, and nature lovers.
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Research fun playgrounds along the way to get energy out and reduce restlessness. Libby Monteith Minor, Southern Living, 20 July 2025 Fed by snowmelt, Medano Creek—called Colorado's Natural beach—flows at the dunes’ base, creating a shallow, inland beach-like playground where visitors can splash, float on tubes, and build sandcastles. Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 20 July 2025 Or, take the kids over to Caribbean Cay for some playtime at the playground. Ronny Maye, Forbes.com, 20 July 2025 Those interested should meet at the playground and plan to run or walk at their own pace. Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 18 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for playground

Word History

First Known Use

1768, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of playground was in 1768

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“Playground.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/playground. Accessed 26 Jul. 2025.

Kids Definition

playground

noun
play·​ground ˈplā-ˌgrau̇nd How to pronounce playground (audio)
: a piece of land used for games and recreation especially by children
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