# Vauxhall

/ˈvɑksˌhɔɫ/ (US) · CEFR C2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/vauxhall
Updated: 2026-08-15

## Definition

a large public garden where people go for music, food, and walks. This word was popular in the past to describe a place for outdoor fun.

For teachers: a large public pleasure garden, typically featuring music, light refreshments, and pathways for promenading. Historically associated with the 18th and 19th centuries; now primarily used to refer to the specific London district or as a generic term for such venues in historical contexts.

## Examples

- The city opened a new vauxhall for summer concerts.
- In the 18th century, the local vauxhall was the most popular place for young couples to meet and listen to the orchestra.

## Usage notes

- When referring to the specific district in London or the historical gardens, it is capitalised as 'Vauxhall'.

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