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wonderland

n. countable
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈwəndɝˌɫænd// UK //wˈʌndələnd// won·der·land

n. a place that is full of beautiful, strange, or surprising things. It often feels like a dream or a magical world.

n. a place or situation of great beauty, wonder, or strange delight. Often used metaphorically to describe a location that exceeds normal expectations of variety or aesthetic appeal.


SIMPLE

The snowy park looked like a winter wonderland.

CONTEXTUAL

The new science museum is a wonderland for children who love to explore and experiment.

COMPLEX

The coral reef was a vibrant underwater wonderland, teeming with exotic species that displayed a dizzying array of colours and patterns.

Origin

From wonder + land.

Usage

Often used in the compound phrase 'winter wonderland' to describe snowy landscapes.

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