Fairground

Alternative forms

• fairgrounds

Origin

from fair + ground

Full definition of fairground

Noun

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

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