water park

noun

: an amusement park with facilities (such as pools and wetted slides) for aquatic recreation

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According to a news release, Lee’s Summit Parks and Recreation Marketing and Communications manager Melissa Pfannenstiel, an altercation occurred in the water park’s parking lot following the event. Caroline Zimmerman, Kansas City Star, 15 July 2026 Bywater has decades of experience in the industry as general manager of Kings Dominion and Soak City water park in Doswell, Virginia, and as corporate director of operations for Cedar Fair. Charlotte Observer, 15 July 2026 Beyond golf, the resort boasts 447 rooms, a 15,000 sq ft spa, and diverse dining, with future plans for a water park and more family-friendly attractions. Scott Kramer, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026 The pass does not include Epic Universe theme park, Volcano Bay water park, parking in the main garage or discounts on merchandise, food or beverages, according to the Universal website. Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 9 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for water park

Word History

First Known Use

1982, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of water park was in 1982

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“Water park.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/water%20park. Accessed 23 Jul. 2026.

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water park

noun
: an amusement park with pools and wetted slides for recreation
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