A2noun5K

Parking

UK /["/ˈpɑːkɪŋ/"]/US /["/ˈpɑːrkɪŋ/"]/

Definition

the act of stopping a vehicle at a place and leaving it there for a period of time

In simple words: A place where you can leave a car.

Examples

  • I couldn't find parking anywhere near the restaurant.
  • The parking in this area is very expensive.
  • After the concert, the parking lot was filled with cars.
  • You need to pay for parking at the beach during the summer.
  • Make sure to validate your parking ticket before leaving.

Usage notes

Used in various contexts related to vehicles. More common in urban settings; less so in rural areas. Avoid in discussions about sports teams (like 'parking lot discussions') where it's metaphoric.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'park' + 'ing' - like you're putting your car down to rest.

Collocations

  • convenient
  • easy
  • ample
  • area
  • facilities
  • facility
  • parking  for
  • convenient
  • easy
  • ample
  • area
  • facilities
  • facility
  • parking  for

Synonyms

  • car park
  • parking lot
  • vehicle storage

Antonyms

  • moving
  • driving

Common mistakes

  • Confused with 'park' as a verb (e.g. 'I parking the car').
  • Using 'parkings' as a plural form.
  • Mixing up 'parking' with 'stopping' in traffic contexts.