minipark

[min-ee-pahrk]

noun

1. pocket park.

Word History and Origins

Origin of minipark¹

First recorded in 1965–70; mini- + park

Example Sentences

The inclusion of a minipark fits with Mr. Osbaugh’s campaign to make the terminal less of a place to be slogged through and more of a pleasant conduit.

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Thousands of people waited in line for hours Friday to get into the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando on its opening day, as Daniel Radcliffe and other stars from the movie greeted fans at the minipark.

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Incongruous as a lemonade stand in Death Valley and just as refreshing, a wee minipark opened on East 53rd Street in Manhattan amidst the jam-packed office buildings, hotels and stores.

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