amusement park

noun

plural amusement parks
: a commercially operated park having various devices for entertainment (such as a merry-go-round and roller coaster) and usually booths for the sale of food and drink

Examples of amusement park in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web These tree-like structures integrate into residential neighborhoods, amusement parks, farms, and commercial establishments, providing an efficient and aesthetically pleasing renewable energy solution. Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 18 May 2024 Some beach towns may be sleepy, but Ocean City is the opposite; there are amusement parks (Trimper Rides and Jolly Roger Amusement Park), mini golf courses, playgrounds, piers, and plenty of dining options to keep you full and energized. Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 12 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for amusement park 

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Word History

First Known Use

1890, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of amusement park was in 1890

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“Amusement park.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/amusement%20park. Accessed 29 May. 2024.

Kids Definition

amusement park

noun
: a park with many rides (as a roller coaster or merry-go-round) and games for entertainment
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