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amusement park
noun
plural amusement parks
: a commercially operated park having various devices for entertainment (such as a merry-go-round and roller coaster) and usually booths for the sale of food and drink
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This date should take place in an area that families with children generally tend to gather—such as a playground, a park or an amusement park.
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
The study, conducted by Casinos Sweeps, surveyed over 300 theme and amusement parks across the country, analyzing Tripadvisor and Google reviews.
—Carly Caramanna, Travel + Leisure, 1 Nov. 2024
The world of Ninjago is also highlighted with attractions at amusement parks like Legoland.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 31 Oct. 2024
The Port of Los Angeles will get an amusement park with a large observation wheel as part of West Harbor, the attraction being built to replace Ports O’ Call in San Pedro.
—Roger Vincent, Los Angeles Times, 25 Oct. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1890, in the meaning defined above
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“Amusement park.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/amusement%20park. Accessed 16 Nov. 2024.
Kids Definition
amusement park
noun
: a park with many rides (as a roller coaster or merry-go-round) and games for entertainment
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