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
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Almost every major fire has a camp like this one—a fairground or a sports field where a command center can operate and people can recuperate between shifts.
—M. R. O’Connor, The New Yorker, 27 Jan. 2025
Show manager Matt Ward said the event has been held for at least a decade in St. Charles, having begun at Pheasant Run and then moved to the fairgrounds.
—David Sharos, Chicago Tribune, 27 Jan. 2025
In the 5 years since, the 142-acre portion of the old fairgrounds has become an area bustling with new e-commerce logistics buildings, a busy transit center and more.
—Elissa Robinson, Detroit Free Press, 19 Dec. 2024
The fairgrounds frequently serve as a shelter for animals in emergencies.
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Terry Moore, a spokesperson for the OC Fair & Event Center, said most of the horses are coming from the Santiago and Trabuco canyon areas.
—Michael Slaten, Orange County Register, 11 Sep. 2024
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M. R. O’Connor, The New Yorker, 27 Jan. 2025
Show manager Matt Ward said the event has been held for at least a decade in St. Charles, having begun at Pheasant Run and then moved to the fairgrounds.
—David Sharos, Chicago Tribune, 27 Jan. 2025
In the 5 years since, the 142-acre portion of the old fairgrounds has become an area bustling with new e-commerce logistics buildings, a busy transit center and more.
—Elissa Robinson, Detroit Free Press, 19 Dec. 2024
The fairgrounds frequently serve as a shelter for animals in emergencies.
LATEST: Homes destroyed near Lake Elsinore as massive Airport fire continues to burn
Terry Moore, a spokesperson for the OC Fair & Event Center, said most of the horses are coming from the Santiago and Trabuco canyon areas.
—Michael Slaten, Orange County Register, 11 Sep. 2024
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“Fairground.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fairground. Accessed 6 Feb. 2025.
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fairground
noun
fair·ground
ˈfa(ə)r-ˌgrau̇nd
ˈfe(ə)r-
: an area set aside for fairs, circuses, and exhibitions
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