Noun: playground 'pley,grawnd
- Yard consisting of an outdoor area for children's play
"The children rushed to the playground as soon as recess began"
- An area where many people go for recreation, holidays or other purposes
"The Caribbean islands are popular playgrounds for tourists seeking sun and sand";
- resort area, vacation spot
Derived forms: playgrounds
Type of: area, country, curtilage, grounds, yard [N. Amer]
Encyclopedia: Playground