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theme park

noun

Definition of theme park

  1. :  an amusement park in which the structures and settings are based on a central theme

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First Known Use of theme park

1960

THEME PARK Defined for English Language Learners

theme park

noun

Definition of theme park for English Language Learners

  • : an amusement park where the rides and attractions are based on a particular theme (sense 2b)

THEME PARK Defined for Kids

theme park

noun

Definition of theme park for Students

  1. :  an amusement park in which the rides and buildings are based on a central subject

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