parkland
Americannoun
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a grassland region with isolated or grouped trees, usually in temperate regions.
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wooded or verdant land for recreational use by the public; parklike terrain.
noun
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Origin of parkland
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At least one location examined by Lands is reportedly already-disturbed land used for storage rather than untouched parkland.
From Salon ● Sep. 27, 2026
It is to include more than 3,000 residential units, entertainment venues, parkland, a hotel, restaurants and extensive shopping.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 18, 2026
About 95% of the archipelago’s landmass is designated as official parkland where overnight stays are banned and where visitors must be accompanied by licensed naturalist guides.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 13, 2026
The fair, running through July 10, features exhibits representing all 50 states and six US territories along the National Mall, the stretch of parkland between the US Capitol and the Lincoln Memorial.
From Barron's ● Jun. 25, 2026
The Ngong Hills appear under the right wing, and the plane, now descending, passes over parkland dotted with zebra and giraffes.
From "The Hot Zone" by Richard Preston
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