theme park

noun

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

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Nearby, Silver Dollar City combines a theme park, artisan community, and natural wonders like cave tours. Dave Parfitt, USA Today, 30 May 2026 While anyone can attend, the theme park is targeted towards young children and their families. Ella Gonzales may 29, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 May 2026 When will Disneyland raise ticket prices now that Walt Disney World has hiked the cost of admission $5 to $15 during the peak season in 2027 at Disney’s four Florida theme parks? Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 29 May 2026 As champion, Shrey takes home more than $50,000 in cash prizes, plus a trip to the Universal Orlando Resort theme parks. Scottie Andrew, CNN Money, 29 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for theme park

Word History

First Known Use

1960, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of theme park was in 1960

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“Theme park.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/theme%20park. Accessed 31 May. 2026.

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theme park

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