fairground
noun
fair·ground
ˈfer-ˌgrau̇nd 
: an area where outdoor fairs, circuses, or exhibitions are held
—often used in plural with singular construction
what a spot for a fairgrounds—
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Displays of industrial arts creations, photography, floral arrangements, food, ceramics and other imaginative items will be open through Sunday at the fairgrounds, 431 Aqua Lane.
—Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 July 2025
One of the few without an appointment was Conny Everett, who runs a pretzel stand at local fairgrounds.
—Burkhard Bilger, New Yorker, 28 July 2025
The fairgrounds will be closed on Mondays during the fair.
—Samanta Habashy, IndyStar, 16 July 2025
The fairgrounds is located at 525 S. Randall Road in St. Charles.
—Gloria Casas, Chicago Tribune, 15 July 2025
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Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 July 2025
One of the few without an appointment was Conny Everett, who runs a pretzel stand at local fairgrounds.
—Burkhard Bilger, New Yorker, 28 July 2025
The fairgrounds will be closed on Mondays during the fair.
—Samanta Habashy, IndyStar, 16 July 2025
The fairgrounds is located at 525 S. Randall Road in St. Charles.
—Gloria Casas, Chicago Tribune, 15 July 2025
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“Fairground.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fairground. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.
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fairground
noun
fair·ground
ˈfa(ə)r-ˌgrau̇nd
ˈfe(ə)r-
: an area set aside for fairs, circuses, and exhibitions
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