Playground

Quick meaning: Playground is a noun meaning (outdoors) A large open space for children to play in, usually having dedicated play equipment (such as swings and slides).

Meaning

(outdoors) A large open space for children to play in, usually having dedicated play equipment (such as swings and slides).

More Meanings

1. (figuratively) Any physical or metaphysical space in which a person or organization has free rein to do as they please.
2. (programming) A sandbox for testing calls to an application programming interface.

Example Sentences

The exclusive tropical island was a millionaire's playground.

The kids have to go to the playground during recess, no matter the weather.

The local council have set up a new playground, equipped with slides, swings, and a climbing wall.

Kjelsås (six miles) marks the end of the suburbs, and the line immediately plunges into Nordmarka. This vast untamed area of forest and mountain (much of it over 2,000 ft. above sea level), interspersed with innumerable lakes, large and small, is known as Oslo's playground.

Word Forms

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Synonyms for playground

Depending on context, synonyms include resort.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include resort, stake, court, courtyard, patio, mound.

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