parking
- 01 A2 Elementary
the act of stopping a vehicle and leaving it in a certain place for a while.
the action of maneuvering a vehicle into a stationary position and leaving it unattended.
Simple“Parking is not allowed on this street during the busy morning hours.”
In context“The city council implemented strict regulations regarding overnight parking to ensure that emergency vehicles could navigate the narrow residential lanes.”
UsageOften used as an uncountable noun or as a modifier before other nouns like 'space' or 'ticket'.
Antonyms - 02 A2 Elementary
a place or area where you can leave your car.
designated areas or facilities, such as lots or garages, intended for the storage of stationary vehicles.
Simple“It is very difficult to find parking in the city centre on a Saturday.”
In context“The new shopping mall provides ample underground parking for over five hundred vehicles, significantly reducing congestion on the surrounding streets.”
UsageCommonly functions as an uncountable noun when referring to the general availability of space.
Synonymsparking lotparking space
Usage parking lot
From park + -ing.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.