Park - Definition

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