theme park

noun

: an amusement park in which the structures and settings are based on a central theme

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Bank of America admitted there had been some concerns about Disney’s Experiences unit which includes cruise ships, and theme park competition, but for now Reif Ehrlich says worries are overdone. Michael Bloom, CNBC, 12 July 2025 Shop even more comfy walking shoes on sale at Amazon below, starting with another affordable pair that have carried me through long theme park days. Clint Davis, People.com, 10 July 2025 Waiting in line at theme parks doesn't spark romance for everyone. Emlyn Travis Published, EW.com, 9 July 2025 One theme park goer wore these sneakers at Disneyland and was able to spend 16 hours in the park and walk 30,000 steps. Rylee Johnston, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for theme park

Word History

First Known Use

1960, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of theme park was in 1960

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“Theme park.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/theme%20park. Accessed 15 Jul. 2025.

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theme park

noun
: an amusement park in which the structures and settings are based on a central theme
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