Parkland (Noun)
Meaning
A large area of land preserved in its natural state as public property; "there are laws that protect the wildlife in this park".
Classification
Nouns denoting spatial position.
Examples
- The new development will be built on the outskirts of the city, adjacent to a large area of parkland that is popular with hikers and birdwatchers.
- The university is situated on a beautiful campus surrounded by parkland, with walking trails and a lake.
- The city council has set aside a large tract of parkland for the creation of a new nature reserve.
- The parkland surrounding the mansion has been beautifully landscaped with gardens, fountains, and walking paths.
- The government has designated the area as parkland, protecting it from development and preserving its natural beauty for future generations.