fairground

noun

fair·​ground ˈfer-ˌgrau̇nd 

: an area where outdoor fairs, circuses, or exhibitions are held

—often used in plural with singular construction

what a spot for a fairgrounds

—W. L. Gresham

Examples of fairground in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

While a lot unfolds on the expansive fairgrounds of Salone del Mobile, the coolest installations actually happen outside the fair. —Kissa Castaneda, Forbes.com, 3 Apr. 2025

Beyond the fairgrounds, Salone in the City extends the conversation into Milan’s historic districts, reinforcing its position as the ultimate stage for the future of design. —Natalie Stoclet, Forbes, 24 Mar. 2025

The fairgrounds where the cowboys stop for lunch are plastered with Wanted posters bearing a sketch of Teonna. —Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 16 Mar. 2025

The third option included a tunnel under Solana Beach and the Del Mar Fairgrounds, generating protest from Solana Beach residents and fairgrounds leaders. —Luke Harold, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Feb. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1741, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for fairground

• abound
• aground
• around
• astound
• background
• campground
• clothbound
• confound
• earthbound
• eastbound
• expound
• foreground

Kids Definition

fairground

noun

fair·​ground ˈfa(ə)r-ˌgrau̇nd 

ˈfe(ə)r-

: an area set aside for fairs, circuses, and exhibitions