hunting ground

American  

noun

1. a section or area for hunting game.

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hunting ground British  

noun

1. the area of a hunt

2. Also called: happy hunting ground.  any place containing a supply of what is wanted or in which a search is conducted

   some resorts are a happy hunting ground for souvenirs

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Etymology

Origin of hunting ground

An Americanism dating back to 1650–60

Example Sentences

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hunting ground

Friends of Big Bear Valley, a nonprofit that operates the nest livestream, has long argued that the roughly 63-acre parcel is a critical hunting ground for the local eagles.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 28, 2026

That can make them a rich hunting ground for investors willing to kick the tires.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 30, 2026

Roach writes The Value Road newsletter on Substack, and his typical hunting ground is for microcap stocks and companies that have emerged from bankruptcy.

From MarketWatch ● Feb. 25, 2026

Madison Keys was relishing being back on her happy hunting ground in Adelaide on Sunday, where a year ago her run to first Grand Slam title all began.

From Barron's ● Jan. 11, 2026

The Bay Area has a reputation for its sourdough bread, so I figured the air outside my house would be an excellent hunting ground for wild yeast.

From "The Omnivore's Dilemma" by Michael Pollan