amusement park — A large area with fairground rides, games, and other entertainment facilities
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: A large area with fairground rides, games, and other entertainment facilities
Pronunciation (IPA): /əˈmjuːzmənt pɑːrk/
Example Sentences
- My wallet went on a scarier ride than I did at the amusement park!
- The new amusement park features the world's fastest roller coaster.
- She screamed so loud on the amusement park ride that even the pigeons got scared.
amusement park
NOUN[/əˈmjuːzmənt pɑːrk/]
A large area with fairground rides, games, and other entertainment facilities
Kids scream with joy as the roller coaster drops at the amusement park.
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Origin
Amusement derives from Latin amusare (to entertain or divert), combining a- (to) with muse (to think or ponder), while park originates from Germanic languages meaning enclosed or fenced land. The compound term emerged in the late 19th century as urbanization created demand for public recreational facilities.
Breakdown
a- (to) + muse (think, ponder) + -ment (state or condition) for amusement; park from Germanic root meaning enclosed or fenced land. Together they denote a defined space designed for entertainment and leisure activities.
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📝Examples
“My wallet went on a scarier ride than I did at the amusement park!”
“The new amusement park features the world's fastest roller coaster.”
“She screamed so loud on the amusement park ride that even the pigeons got scared.”
“Families often choose amusement parks for weekend entertainment.”
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