playland

noun

play·​land ˈplā-ˌland How to pronounce playland (audio)
Synonyms of playlandnext

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For subscribers: Las Vegas has a reputation as a playland for the rich, but hotel operators are hoping new all-inclusive offerings will bring in droves of new customers. Elizabeth Robinson, NBC news, 29 Apr. 2026 The river also acts as a water recreational playland with many Arizonans using the waterway to fish, kayak and paddle board. Paige Moore, AZCentral.com, 27 Apr. 2026 While there are moss species in the desert and on snowy mountaintops, the warm, moist environments of the Southeastern United States are a moss playland. Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 13 Mar. 2026 There will be snow, an ice rink, roasting marshmallows around a campfire, winter wonderland character encounters, a light walk, bounce house playland, free photo booth and food vendors selling refreshments. Pomerado News, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for playland

Word History

First Known Use

1891, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of playland was in 1891

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“Playland.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/playland. Accessed 20 May. 2026.

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