park meaning and definition

PARK noun

Definition of park (noun)

1. a large area of land preserved in its natural state as public property
   • "there are laws that protect the wildlife in this park"
   • synonyms: parkland
2. a piece of open land for recreational use in an urban area
   • "they went for a walk in the park"
   • synonyms: common, commons, green
3. a facility in which ball games are played (especially baseball games)
   • "take me out to the ballpark"
   • synonyms: ballpark
4. Scottish explorer in Africa (1771-1806)
   • synonyms: Mungo Park
5. a lot where cars are parked
   • synonyms: car park, parking area, parking lot
6. a gear position that acts as a parking brake
   • "the put the car in park and got out"

PARK verb

Definition of park (verb)

1. place temporarily
   • "park the car in the yard"; "park the children with the in-laws"; "park your bag in this locker"
2. maneuver a vehicle into a parking space
   • "Park the car in front of the library"; "Can you park right here?"