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Urban Park

/ˈɜːr.bən pɑːrk/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A public green space in a city or town, designed for recreational use and enjoyment.

    "The urban park was filled with families enjoying picnics and playing games."
  2. 2

    An area within a city that is landscaped and maintained for public use, often featuring walking paths, playgrounds, and gardens.

    "The new urban park includes a playground, walking trails, and a small lake."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'urban' originates from the Latin word 'urbanus', meaning 'of the city', which evolved through Middle English. 'Park' comes from the Old French 'parc', which referred to an enclosed area for animals, and has been used in English since the 13th century to denote a public area for recreation.

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