theme park

noun

: an amusement park in which the structures and settings are based on a central theme

Examples of theme park in a Sentence

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Circus World theme park begins operations in Davenport. Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 31 Jan. 2026 Wall Street types are saying theme park head Josh D'Amaro is now the frontrunner, over Disney's television leader Dana Walden. Ellie Austin, Fortune, 30 Jan. 2026 Some theme park rides and attractions and character meet-and-greets could be modified or temporarily halted, according to reports. Michael Butler, Miami Herald, 30 Jan. 2026 Set to open in 2026, North Texas will soon be home to the world’s first Universal theme park designed specifically for families with young children. Josh Roberts, USA Today, 8 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for theme park

Word History

First Known Use

1960, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of theme park was in 1960

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“Theme park.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/theme%20park. Accessed 4 Feb. 2026.

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theme park

noun
: an amusement park in which the structures and settings are based on a central theme
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