theme park

American  

noun

1. an amusement park in which landscaping, buildings, and attractions are based on one or more specific themes, as jungle wildlife, fairy tales, or the Old West.

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theme park British  

noun

1. an area planned as a leisure attraction, in which all the displays, buildings, activities, etc, are based on or relate to one particular subject

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Etymology

Origin of theme park

An Americanism dating back to 1955–60

Example Sentences

The augmented reality project is the vision of Koryn Wicks, a trained dancer and choreographer who has created her own immersive entertainment pieces while working in the broader theme park space.

From Los Angeles Times

It’s a treasure trove, as intermixed with Fairyland’s puppets will be those from Walt Disney World’s Epcot, such as a fiery red Pantalone from the theme park’s Italy pavilion.

From Los Angeles Times

A spokesperson for the theme park declined to comment.

From Los Angeles Times

Galaxy’s Edge was a theme park experiment, asking how deeply guests would want to engage in physical spaces.

From Los Angeles Times

Since its opening in 1955, the iconic theme park has transformed California’s entertainment landscape.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• amusement park