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 structures for the sale of food and drink

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The amusement park fell into disrepair after World War II. Robert F. Moss, Southern Living, 10 May 2026 On clear days, the steel roller coaster skyline of Sandusky's Cedar Point amusement park appears in the distance. Jess Hoffert, Midwest Living, 9 May 2026 Being forced to parent his child sours Danny’s attitude during the outing to the amusement park, while Nia embraces the rare child-free moment. Ile-Ife Okantah, Vulture, 7 May 2026 The Valencia amusement park will celebrate the coaster’s golden jubilee with a historical video that will play in the ride’s queue along with limited edition food, drinks and merchandise. Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 4 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for amusement park

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 11 May. 2026.

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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