wonderland
Americannoun
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a land of wonders or marvels.
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a wonderful country or region.
a wonderland of rare plants and flowers; a winter wonderland.
noun
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an imaginary land of marvels or wonders
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an actual place or scene of great or strange beauty or wonder
Etymology
Origin of wonderland
Example Sentences
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Chelsea has been transformed into an "intergalactic wonderland" of floral displays as London's largest free flower festival returns for its 21st year.
From BBC • May 20, 2026
In the fall, McSweeney’s Quarterly Concern was contained in a binder with a Lisa Frank-style aquatic wonderland on the cover.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 16, 2026
After buying the home, the couple carried out an extensive interior overhaul, working with designer Billy Cotton—who is also referenced in Allen’s song—to turn the historic abode into a “weird” and whimsical wonderland.
From MarketWatch • Jan. 12, 2026
It will include comedy, live art, installations, the illuminated wonderland of Lost Eden, Kids Calling, parties, talks, films and parades.
From BBC • Dec. 16, 2025
“Oh, Roz, you’ve been busy!” said Tawny as her family grazed on the wonderland of growing things.
From "The Wild Robot" by Peter Brown
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