plaisance

/ˈplæzns/ or /pləˈzɑːns/

Definitions

1. noun

A place of pleasure or recreation, especially a park or garden.

“The royal family would often visit the plaisance on weekends during summer.”

2. noun

A term used in medieval history referring to a large park or estate surrounding a castle.

“The lord’s plaisance was a beautiful and well-maintained garden with various sculptures and fountains.”

Synonyms

  • pleasure ground
  • recreational park

Antonyms

  • hell
  • nightmare