Park

biographical name

Synonyms of Parknext
Mungo 1771–1806 Scottish explorer

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“Park.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Park. Accessed 11 Jun. 2026.

Kids Definition

park

1 of 2 noun
1
: an area around a country house used for recreation (as hunting or riding)
2
a
: a piece of ground in or near a city or town kept as a place of beauty or recreation
b
: an area maintained in its natural state as a public property
3
4
: an enclosed field for ball games

park

2 of 2 verb
1
: to leave a vehicle standing temporarily
2
: to set and leave temporarily
park yourself in that chair
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