fairground

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English

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Etymology

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fair +‎ ground

Pronunciation

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  • IPA(key): /ˈfɛə(ɹ)ɡɹaʊnd/

Noun

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fairground (plural fairgrounds)

  1. An area where a fair (an event for public entertainment) or other public event is held; a showground.
  2. A commercially-operated collection of rides, games and other entertainment attractions; an amusement park.

Usage notes

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  • While fairgrounds is the plural, it can also be treated as singular; see that entry for additional information.

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