national park

noun

: an area of special scenic, historical, or scientific importance set aside and maintained by a national government and in the U.S. by an act of Congress

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Kirby added that caring for national parks and public lands comes in many forms. Madison Dapcevich, Outside, 28 Mar. 2026 Tips for Planning Your Visit Book popular national parks like Grand Canyon, Yellowstone and Yosemite well in advance. Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 27 Mar. 2026 June and July are the peak months for national park visits, so shoulder season in spring or fall is ideal for smaller crowds — and more comfortable trail conditions. Lauren Schuster, Charlotte Observer, 27 Mar. 2026 June and July are the busiest months for national park visits. Lauren Schuster, Kansas City Star, 27 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for national park

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First Known Use

1851, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of national park was in 1851

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“National park.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/national%20park. Accessed 30 Mar. 2026.

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national park

noun
: an area of special scenic, historical, or scientific importance set aside and maintained by a national government and in the U.S. by an act of Congress

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