noun
park
PARK/pɑːrk/
An area of land set aside for a particular activity.
People walk along the path and relax on benches in the park.
Etymology
The ancestor named enclosed land reserved for hunting. The public recreation sense developed as London's growth surrounded royal hunting parks and they were opened to the public.
In context
burlington needs a great green space and i don't think we have that now with the existing city hall park
More examples
- The city maintains several parks with trails and picnic tables.
- We spend the afternoon riding roller coasters at the amusement park.
- The company builds its new factory in an industrial park.
Forms
park · parks
parkland noun — Open land maintained for public recreation.
Similar words
- grounds
- Often land surrounding a building or devoted to an activity.
- playground
- Specifically a place for children to play, often with equipment.