national park
noun
an area of scenic beauty, historical importance, or the like, owned and maintained by a national government for the use of the people.
Origin of national park
An Americanism dating back to 1865–70
Words nearby national park
Example sentences from the Web for national park
The magnificent National-Park idea was thus born by a camp-fire in the wilds.
Your National Parks |Enos A. MillsGrouse and quail are increasing in numbers under National-Park protection.
Your National Parks |Enos A. Mills
British Dictionary definitions for national park (1 of 2)
National Park
noun
a mountainous volcanic region in New Zealand, in the central North Island: ski resort
British Dictionary definitions for national park (2 of 2)
national park
noun
an area of countryside for public use designated by a national government as being of notable scenic, environmental, or historical importance