theme park

noun

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

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For the past six years, D’Amaro has been the face of the company’s iconic parks as the chief of Disney Experiences and has overseen the most lucrative part of the entertainment behemoth, a division made up of theme parks, cruise lines and consumer products. Ramishah Maruf, CNN Money, 14 Mar. 2026 The 80-year-old singer spoke candidly during remarks at the opening day celebration of the 2026 season at her Tennessee theme park, Dollywood, on Friday. Bethany Braun-Silva, ABC News, 14 Mar. 2026 Even the theme parks reflect the city’s connection to nature, particularly at Walt Disney World's Animal Kingdom. Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 13 Mar. 2026 There is also a Sesame Place theme park in San Diego. Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 13 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for theme park

Word History

First Known Use

1960, in the meaning defined above

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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 16 Mar. 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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