theme park

noun

: an amusement park in which the structures and settings are based on a central theme

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Universal Epic Universe—with its hyper-immersive lands built to a larger-than-life scale and incredibly innovative attractions—is undoubtedly going to be the hottest theme park ticket for years to come. Elizabeth Rhodes, Travel + Leisure, 7 Apr. 2025 Stein believes that with 12 Disney theme parks now operating globally, the dreamer behind the magic was simply ahead of his time. Jenelyn Russo, Oc Register, 7 Apr. 2025 The new accommodation overlooks the theme park and provides a dedicated entrance for hotel guests, plus an expansive outdoor pool and a 10th-floor bar with great views. Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Apr. 2025 Since large crowds for the theme park will be inevitable following its opening next month, allocate a few days to experience everything at Epic Universe on any future trips. Samantha Neely, USA Today, 6 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for theme park

Word History

First Known Use

1960, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of theme park was in 1960

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“Theme park.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/theme%20park. Accessed 11 Apr. 2025.

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theme park

noun
: an amusement park in which the structures and settings are based on a central theme
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