Carnival or amusement rides.
Fun fair
Example Sentences
"That's a proper Fun fair, that is."
"I've never seen such a Fun fair in all my life."
Etymology & History
British term for what Americans call a 'carnival' or 'amusement park', typically a traveling fair with rides and games. The term emerged in the early 20th century, combining 'fun' with 'fair' (from Old English 'fรฆger', beautiful, later meaning market or festival). Traditional part of British seaside culture and town festivals.
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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
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Language
Mild
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Formality
Informal
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