fairground

noun fair·ground \ ˈfer-ˌgrau̇nd \

|Updated on: 17 Jul 2018

Definition of fairground

: an area where outdoor fairs, circuses, or exhibitions are held —often used in plural with singular construction

what a spot for a fairgrounds
—W. L. Gresham

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The show scheduled Saturday and Sunday at the fairgrounds will have metal detectors at the entrances for the first time, an inconvenience Schwartz said could prevent some people from attending.

— phil diehl, sandiegouniontribune.com, "Gun owners issue challenge to Del Mar exhibit protestors," 13 July 2018
Biden is scheduled to deliver the keynote address at the Aug. 16 event held by the Illinois Democratic County Chairs’ Association, which typically kicks off a day of political rallies and events at the state fairgrounds.

— chicago tribune staff, chicagotribune.com, "Morning Spin: Rauner takes heat for saying it's 'hard to keep a company of more than six people' in Champaign," 27 June 2018
Line up at fairgrounds at 9 a.m. Parade at 10 a.m. down Rt.

— luann gibbs, Cincinnati.com, "4th of July fireworks, parades and events in Cincinnati," 26 June 2018
How to attend: Tickets can be purchased in advance either online or by phone (610-688-2554), or at the fairgrounds, both before and during the event.

— mitchell gladstone, Philly.com, "2018 Devon Horse Show: What you need to know," 23 May 2018
But beware, for there are questionable characters on this fairground, with Waitsian names like Horse Face Ethel and One-Eyed Myra.

— morgan enos, Billboard, "13 Essential Lesser-Known Songs From Tom Waits' Catalog," 16 May 2018
Other events held at the fairgrounds include trade shows, crab feeds, medieval armed combat, meetings and seasonal fairs.

— ed fletcher, sacbee, "Placer County is growing fast, but its fairgrounds were dated. Then came a $10M renovation," 1 May 2018
The fairgrounds are at 116 Old Middle St. (Route 63).

— susan dunne, courant.com, "Goshen Fairgrounds To Host Tibet Fest," 23 June 2018
Children swarmed over the Walmart heiress' mansion’s vast front yard, which was transformed into a fairground with candy stations, arts and crafts tables and face painting.

— alex cramer, The Hollywood Reporter, "Lady Gaga Honors Her Mother at Children Mending Hearts Fundraiser," 11 June 2018

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Definition of fairground for English Language Learners

: an outdoor area where fairs, circuses, and exhibitions are held

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noun fair·ground \ ˈfer-ˌgrau̇nd \

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: an area set aside for fairs, circuses, or exhibitions

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