playground
noun
play·ground
ˈplā-ˌgrau̇nd 
1
: a piece of land used for and usually equipped with facilities for recreation especially by children
2
: an area known or suited for activity of a specified sort
a vacation playground
Examples of playground in a Sentence
The island was a playground of the rich and famous until the 1950s.
These mountains are a playground for hikers, skiers, and nature lovers.
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On Tuesday, a dozen children gathered on the playground and field at Barrington Recreation Center for basketball.
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Kate Sequeira, Los Angeles Times, 18 Jan. 2025
The playground was funded by donations from the Nathan Chris Baker Foundation and the Vakil Family.
—Brian T. Krista, Baltimore Sun, 18 Jan. 2025
In its second phase of renovations, Orland Elementary District 135 is planning $15 million in projects including new playgrounds and HVAC replacements funded through bonds and reserves.
—Olivia Stevens, Chicago Tribune, 15 Jan. 2025
Bayfront Park’s many amenities include dedicated pickleball courts, tennis courts, a playground, and a kayak launch.
—Terry Ward, Travel + Leisure, 15 Jan. 2025
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Kate Sequeira, Los Angeles Times, 18 Jan. 2025
The playground was funded by donations from the Nathan Chris Baker Foundation and the Vakil Family.
—Brian T. Krista, Baltimore Sun, 18 Jan. 2025
In its second phase of renovations, Orland Elementary District 135 is planning $15 million in projects including new playgrounds and HVAC replacements funded through bonds and reserves.
—Olivia Stevens, Chicago Tribune, 15 Jan. 2025
Bayfront Park’s many amenities include dedicated pickleball courts, tennis courts, a playground, and a kayak launch.
—Terry Ward, Travel + Leisure, 15 Jan. 2025
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“Playground.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/playground. Accessed 29 Jan. 2025.
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playground
noun
play·ground
ˈplā-ˌgrau̇nd
: a piece of land used for games and recreation especially by children
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