parkingpark‧ing /ˈpɑːkɪŋ $ ˈpɑːr-/ ●●● S3 noun [uncountable] 
No Parking (=used on signs) a £45 parking fineparking space/place/spot I couldn’t find a parking space near the shops.2spaces in which you can leave a car or other vehicle: Free parking is available at the hotel.THESAURUSplaces where you can park a carparking space/place a space in a street, car park etc where a car can be leftgarage a building for keeping a car in, usually next to or attached to a houseparking garage especially American English a building near or under a public place where cars can be parkedcar park British English, parking lot American English an area where cars can be parkedmultistorey car park British English a building with many levels where cars can be parkedcarport a shelter for a car which has a roof but no sidesdrive British English, driveway American English the hard area between your house or garage and the street. on which you can leave a car
EXAMPLES FROM OTHER DICTIONARIES
- Parking is available on Lamay Street.
- The sign said "No Parking."
- At least one school has leased a redundant playground to a local factory for off-street day time parking.
- Close to buses, taxis and shops and with ample free street parking.
- I pull briskly into our room parking space.
- In front of the second dicky are the aforementioned fuel tank selector, cowl flap, cabin heat and air controls and parking brake.
- Mr Gould had gone to Mr Hoad's home in Gloucester to collect unpaid fines for parking and car tax.
- Should they charge for car parking?
- The driver sought out the agreed parking space which was as far away as possible from the canteen and shop complex.
- There are also 1000 parking spaces.
THESAURUSplaces where you can park a car
a space in a street, car park etc where a car can be left
a building for keeping a car in, usually next to or attached to a house
especially American English a building near or under a public place where cars can be parked
British English, parking lot American English an area where cars can be parked
British English a building with many levels where cars can be parked
a shelter for a car which has a roof but no sides
British English, driveway American English the hard area between your house or garage and the street. on which you can leave a car
Longman Language Activatorwhen you are not allowed to do something when a person or a rule says that you must not do something: · We're not allowed to wear jewellery at school.· My mom wasn't allowed to wear makeup until she was 16.something is not allowed: · Smoking is not allowed anywhere in the building.
if something is forbidden , you are not allowed to do it. If someone is forbidden to do something, they are not allowed to do it. Be forbidden is more formal than not allowed: · In Saudi Arabia, alcohol and drug use are forbidden.be forbidden to do something: · Prisoners were forbidden to speak to each other while they were working.be strictly forbidden: · The use of mobile phones is strictly forbidden during take-off and landing.forbidden by law: · Teachers were forbidden by law to teach Darwin's theory of evolution.
spoken if you can't do something, you are not allowed to do it: · You can't park here.· Dad says I can't go out tonight.
used on signs and notices to say that you are not allowed to smoke, park your car etc: · There were 'no smoking' signs in every room.· The gate was locked and the sign said 'No Trespassing'.
formal to be forbidden by a law or rule - used especially on official notices and warnings: · Cars are prohibited in the city centre.· Talking is not permitted in class.· Cameras are prohibited inside the cathedral.· The use of calculators in the test is not permitted.strictly prohibited: · Smoking in the cinema is strictly prohibited.
use this to tell someone that they are not allowed to do something: · You're not to tell anybody about this!· Employees are not to leave their cars in the company parking lot overnight.
a subject, word, or activity that is taboo is not normally talked about or done because it is considered embarrassing or offensive according to social custom or accepted moral standards: · Sex before marriage is no longer taboo in western countries.taboo subject: · Death is still a taboo subject for many people.
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nouncourtesy, adjectivecover note, nouncrack-up, nouncrankshaft, nouncrash helmet, nouncruise, verbcruise control, nouncruiser, nouncycle, noundashboard, noundefog, verbdefrost, verbdemist, verbdepot, noundesignated driver, noundiesel, noundiesel fuel, noundifferential gear, noundipstick, noundirt bike, noundirt track, noundisc brakes, noundisengage, verbdismount, verbdistributor, noundouble-decker, noundouble-park, verbdrag race, noundragster, noundrink-driving, noundrive, verbdrive, noundriver, noundriver's education, noundriver's license, noundrive shaft, noundrive-through, noundriving licence, noundriving school, noundriving test, noundrunk driving, noundump truck, noundune buggy, noundust cart, nounemergency brake, nounestate car, nounexcavator, nounexpress, nounfan belt, nounfare, nounfender, nounfender-bender, nounfiller cap, nounfilling station, nounfilter, nounfilter, verbfin, nounfire, verbfire engine, nounfirst gear, nounfishtail, verbflat, adjectiveflat, nounfloorboard, nounfog lamp, nounfour-star, nounfour-wheel drive, nounfreewheel, verbfuel injection, nounfull lock, noungarage, noungarage, verbgarbage truck, noungas-guzzler, noungasohol, noungasoline, noungas pedal, noungas station, noungear, noungearbox, noungear lever, noungear shift, noungear stick, nounglove compartment, noungo-cart, noungo-kart, noungreen light, noungrille, noungritter, nounguardrail, nounhack, nounhackney carriage, nounhandbrake, nounhandlebars, nounhatchback, nounhaulage, nounhazard lights, nounheadlamp, nounheadlight, nounheadroom, nounheap, nounhearse, nounheavy goods vehicle, nounHGV, nounhigh beams, nounhigh-octane, adjectiveHighway Code, nounhijacking, nounhit-and-run, adjectivehitchhike, verbhonk, nounhonk, verbhood, nounhoot, nounhoot, verbhopped-up, adjectivehorsebox, nounhorse trailer, nounhot rod, nounhot-wire, verbhubcap, nounhydroplane, verbignition, nounindicate, verbindicator, nouninner tube, nouninternal combustion engine, nounjack-knife, verbjalopy, nounJeep, nounjuggernaut, nounjump, verbjumper cables, nounjump leads, nounjump-start, verbkickstand, nounkick-start, verbkick-start, nounKlaxon, nounlead-free, adjectivelearner's permit, nounleft-hand drive, adjectivelicense plate, nounlight, nounlimo, nounlimousine, nounlocal, nounlock, verblock, nounlog book, nounlorry, nounlow gear, nounL-plate, nounmagneto, nounmanifold, nounmechanic, nounmeter maid, nounmileage, nounmileometer, nounmilk float, nounminibus, nounminicab, nounminivan, nounmisfire, verbmoped, nounMOT, nounmotocross, nounmotor, nounmotor, adjectivemotor, verbmotorbike, nounmotorcade, nounmotor car, nounmotorcycle, nounmotor home, nounmotoring, nounmotorist, nounmotorized, adjectivemotor pool, nounmotor racing, nounmotor scooter, nounmotor vehicle, nounmoving van, nounmpg, muffler, nounmulti-storey, nounnearside, adjectiveneutral, nounnumber plate, nounoctane, nounodometer, nounomnibus, nounoverdrive, nounovershoot, verbpanel, nounpanel truck, nounpantechnicon, nounpark, verbpark and ride, nounparking, nounparking brake, nounparking garage, nounparking light, nounparking lot, nounparking meter, nounparking ticket, nounpassenger seat, nounpatrol car, nounpatrolman, nounpedal, nounpenalty point, nounpetrol station, nounpick-up, nounpick-up truck, nounpillion, nounpiston ring, nounpit, nounplate, nounplug, nounpneumatic, adjectivepound, nounpower steering, nounprang, verbpremium, nounprovisional licence, nounpush-start, verbrace, verbrace car, nounracing car, nounradar trap, nounradial tyre, nounradiator, nounrank, nounrearview mirror, nounrefuel, verbreg., registration, nounregistration number, nounregular, nounremould, nounremoval van, nounrespray, verbrestraint, nounretread, nounrev, verbreverse, verbreverse, nounreverse gear, nounreversing light, nounride, nounrig, nounright-hand drive, adjectiveroad hog, nounroad rage, nounroad test, nounroadworthy, adjectiveRolls-Royce, nounroof-rack, nounrun, verbrun, nounrunabout, nounRV, nounsaloon, nounsalt truck, nounscooter, nounseat belt, nounsedan, nounself-drive, adjectiveshaft, nounshift, verbshock absorber, nounsidecar, nounsidelight, nounsideswipe, verbsilencer, nounsill, nounslick, nounslipstream, nounsnarl, verbsnarl-up, nounsnow chains, nounsnowmobile, nounsnow plough, nounsnow tire, nounsouped-up, adjectivespare, nounspare tyre, nounsparking plug, nounspark plug, nounspeedometer, nounspeed trap, nounspeedway, nounsplash guard, nounspoiler, nounsports car, nounstall, nounstart, verbstarter, nounstarter motor, nounstation wagon, nounsteamroller, nounsteering, nounstick, nounstick shift, nounstretch limo, nounsump, nounsunroof, nounsupercharged, adjectivesuspension, nountachograph, nountachometer, nountailback, nountailboard, nountailgate, nountailgate, verbtail light, nountailpipe, nountax disc, nountaxi, nountaxicab, nounteamster, nountest certificate, nountest drive, nounthree-point turn, nounthree-wheeler, nounthrottle, nounthrust, nounticket, nountie-up, nountotal, verbtowbar, nountowline, nountowtruck, nountractor, nountraffic jam, nountransmission, nountransporter, nountread, nountrolley, nountrolleybus, nountrucker, nountrucking, nountrunk, nountune, verbtune-up, nounturbocharger, nounturning circle, nounturn signal, nountwo-stroke, adjectiveunleaded, adjectivevalet, nounvalet, verbvan, nounvanity plate, nounveteran car, nounvintage car, nounvisor, nounwheelbase, nounwheel clamp, nounwhiplash, nounwhitewall, nounwindscreen, nounwindscreen wiper, nounwindshield wiper, nounwing, nounwing mirror, nounwiper, nounwreck, nounwrecker, nounwrite-off, noun
COLLOCATIONS FROM THE ENTRY I couldn’t find a parking space near the shops.COLLOCATIONS FROM OTHER ENTRIES
I couldn’t find a parking space near the shops. (=for physically disabled people)
· The building has parking facilities for twenty cars.
· The fines for illegal parking are likely to increase.
· Speeding is the most common traffic offence.
· You’ll need to apply for a residential parking permit.
· Are there parking restrictions in the city centre?
· You can’t leave your car here – it’s a no-parking zone.
COLLOCATIONS FROM THE CORPUSADJECTIVE· Groups please book in advance. Ample free parking.· Well recommended food. 2.5 acres of terraced lawns with 25 metre heated outdoor pool. Ample car parking.· Close to buses, taxis and shops and with ample free street parking.· There is ample car parking facilities for 50 cars.· Answer Yes, we are fortunate; we have uncovered parking, and there are ample other parking facilities nearby.· Unrestricted access and ample street parking.· The National Railway Museum has ample car parking and access for visitors with disabilities.
· No service charge and tipping is not necessary. Free parking of course.· Ample free parking available with all properties.· Short walk to shops, beach, pitch and putt, ten pin bowling, windsurfing lagoon, tennis. Free parking.· Close to buses, taxis and shops and with ample free street parking.· Safeway wants to build a £15m supermarket with 700 free parking spaces, an application rejected by Darlington Borough Council last year.· The centre is located in beautiful parkland and has a bar, cafe and free parking.· Looking like a Legoland space station, Ikea also provides supervised nurseries, free parking, restaurants and endless loos.· Secure free parking will be available at the Cathedral.
· Extensive range of blended and malt whiskies and beers. Private parking.· Beautiful terrace restaurant. Private parking.· Tasteful lounge bar. Private parking.· Superb view of the Forth bridges. Private parking.· Hot and cold snacks in the friendly lounge bar. Private parking.· Good wine list, over 30 whiskies, draught beers including Guinness. Private parking.· Public bar and pleasant lounge and cocktail bars. Private parking.· The Crest Bar is a popular meeting place. Private parking.
NOUN· Her car is out in the parking area.· An extended parking area has enabled the restoration or eroded downland where formerly the grass had been all but lost to cars.· The Alvingham pottery is most attractively sited with a good sized gravel parking area.· Dusk was just falling as they turned into the parking area down by the river.· The system works, it ensures that parking areas are used effectively and it is simple and cheap to operate and supervise.· Without the creation of new off-street parking areas, this problem is likely to intensify.· When she reached the front door she was unable to resist turning to survey the parking area.
· There are proper parking bays for the transport and trailer right next to the water.· The Department of Environment will give the green light to parking bays for certain disabled people.· As soon as the propellers came to a standstill the passengers disembarked on to the parking bay in front of a small terminal building.
· Darlington is poorly served for car parking.· It is proposed to extend the car parking facilities with improved amenities and probably a café replacing the old caravan snack bar.· Located behind these buildings were the vast kitchen, store-rooms, housekeeping, laundry, staff rooms and car parking.· Should they charge for car parking?· Please note that the individual hotels may make a charge for car parking.· Bedrooms are spacious and all have private bathroom and balcony; most take a third bed. Car parking is available.· Features can include car parking, lift, balcony, fitted kitchen, audio entry phone, fitted wardrobes and double glazing.
· It is proposed to extend the car parking facilities with improved amenities and probably a café replacing the old caravan snack bar.· The survey looked at which cities cater for cyclists and covered everything from parking facilities to potholes.· There is ample car parking facilities for 50 cars.· Some sites have facilities for barbecues, and many have parking facilities.· Question Are there any parking facilities?· Adequate street and multi-storey parking facilities are available within easy walking distance.· Answer Yes, we are fortunate; we have uncovered parking, and there are ample other parking facilities nearby.· Loading bays and car parking facilities may also be necessary.
· He loitered in the parking lot, pleasantly bemused by the coquettish chatter of juniors who courted him.· It's down there in the parking lot.· It includes handling their reception at the station, airport or parking lot.· Great creamy clusters of white lilac fringed the parking lot and tulips blew behind allotment wire.· After some reconnoitring he found what he wanted: an unattended taxi on a parking lot screened by buildings.· After an hour or so the Carpettes still linger in the parking lot as the coach doors slam shut.· He had donkey rides out in the parking lot.· He disappeared from a parking lot while waiting for a Mafia contact, from where flashbacks of his past are reconstructed.
· Capital expenditure was switched to current accounts, and parking meters and town halls leased to private companies.· I took his parking meter space in part-payment for my woman.
· With painful care she eased the car out of its parking place and into the flow of traffic.· His scheme involves eliminating 100,000 parking places and installing 15,000 parking-meters.· With its narrow streets and lack of parking places, this city is best explored on foot.· Privilege parking places yield little profit, while special perks can precipitate horrendous losses.· He thought what Susan had thought: The parking place close to Lori's house.· Her eyebrows rose in astonishment when she saw that somebody had taken her parking place.· His transport manager must have had nightmares finding parking places for a caravan of that size.· Can you meet me at the parking place outside the cathedral in half an hour?
· But at the height of the season, visitors virtually swamp the village, causing major parking problems in the narrow streets.· Leyburn parish council feels that the charges will worsen parking problems in the town.· Parking problems: Councillors will try to resolve parking problems in Lingdale High Street which have brought complaints about traffic congestion.· Amsterdam has substantial parking problems and suffers chronic congestion and pollution.· They also fear it could lead to parking problems and more traffic.· No parking problems at these restaurants with private car parks.· The committee had also carried out a survey of parking problems in residential areas.· This will help traffic problems but will create more parking problems.
· No parking spaces are lost in this arrangement, a vital consideration in inner-city districts.· The money will be spent on new trees and more parking space in the village park.· He backed her out of the parking space, then drove towards the automatic garage doors.· I even found a legal parking space.· Indeed, local firms report increased turnover, despite the continuing fears about inadequate parking space.· The driver sought out the agreed parking space which was as far away as possible from the canteen and shop complex.· But when the development is completed 75 parking spaces will have been lost to the public.· Car parking space is available at the Halls of Residence in Laisteridge Lane and near the residences on the main campus.
· Inside was a summons for non-payment of a parking ticket.· A traffic warden, finding an empty car, gave the Vicar a parking ticket.· There was a parking ticket neatly tucked under the windshield wiper.· Two bills and a threatening letter about a parking ticket.· Park in a well-lit area or use an attended car park and never leave your parking ticket in the car!· Read in studio A man has been fined £1200 after failing to display a car parking ticket.· Charles ended up with a clean bill of health and a parking ticket.
VERB· She found a parking space close to the main entrance.· I even found a legal parking space.· The excellent weather had brought out more sun-seekers and it was harder than before to find a parking space in Nice.· Today, you can not find a parking space.
· Features can include car parking, lift, balcony, fitted kitchen, audio entry phone, fitted wardrobes and double glazing.· Fans should note that single day tickets do not include camping and car parking.· Sedgefield council's development subcommittee has approved the plan which includes 192 car parking spaces.
· The numerous inns providing car parking in their spacious yards and former stables are remaining links with Howden's previous importance.· The stop has been in position for many years and is provided for within the parking arrangements and controls within the area.
PHRASES FROM OTHER ENTRIES
1the act of parking a car or other vehicle: - Parking is a problem but the parish council are working to get a proper car park to give off-street parking.
- Without the creation of new off-street parking areas, this problem is likely to intensify.
No Parking (=used on signs) a £45 parking fineparking space/place/spot I couldn’t find a parking space near the shops.2spaces in which you can leave a car or other vehicle: Free parking is available at the hotel.THESAURUSplaces where you can park a carparking space/place a space in a street, car park etc where a car can be leftgarage a building for keeping a car in, usually next to or attached to a houseparking garage especially American English a building near or under a public place where cars can be parkedcar park British English, parking lot American English an area where cars can be parkedmultistorey car park British English a building with many levels where cars can be parkedcarport a shelter for a car which has a roof but no sidesdrive British English, driveway American English the hard area between your house or garage and the street. on which you can leave a car