water park

noun

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

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The park accommodates different energy levels and age ranges in one location — coasters for the adrenaline crowd, a water park for people who want to relax, and kid zones for families with young children. Allison Palmer, Sacbee.com, 9 Mar. 2026 At Jay Peak in northern Vermont, there’s a notable absence of Canadian school trips that previously helped fill the 3,800-foot mountain and associated water park, said General Manager Steve Wright. Alex Harring, CNBC, 7 Mar. 2026 Parents are prioritizing comfort, durability and UV protection more than ever, especially as families gear up for beach vacations, pool playdates and water park adventures. ABC News, 5 Mar. 2026 The water park features three wave pools and a collection of water slides. Paula Wethington, CBS News, 5 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for water park

Word History

First Known Use

1982, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
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 14 Mar. 2026.

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water park

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