Definition

Proper noun 1. A specific, named national park in the United States: Yellowstone National Park is the first and one of the most famous national parks in the United States. It is renowned for its unique geothermal features, spectacular wilderness landscapes, and diverse wildlife.

Usage

Yellowstone National Park is used as a singular, proper noun to refer specifically to this park. It is often preceded by the definite article "the." * We visited Yellowstone National Park last summer. * The Yellowstone National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. * Protecting the ecosystem of Yellowstone National Park is a priority.

Examples

• Yellowstone National Park is home to the famous Old Faithful geyser.
• The establishment of Yellowstone National Park in 1872 was a landmark event for conservation.
• Many tourists travel to see the buffalo and bears in Yellowstone National Park.

Advanced Usage

• "The Yellowstone ecosystem": Refers to the larger biological region that extends beyond the park's official borders.
  • Wolves were reintroduced to restore balance to the Yellowstone ecosystem.
• When the context is clear, it is sometimes shortened informally to just "Yellowstone."
  • Are you going to Yellowstone this year?

Variants and Related Words

• Yellowstone (n): A common shortened, informal name for Yellowstone National Park.
• National park (n): A tract of land declared public property by a national government for recreational use and preservation.

Synonyms

• The first U.S. national park: A descriptive synonym highlighting its historical significance.
• A major wilderness preserve: A general descriptive term for its primary function.

Related Phrases

• To visit Yellowstone: The standard phrase for traveling to the park as a tourist.
  • Their dream is to visit Yellowstone.
• Within Yellowstone / in the park: Phrases used to describe location.
  • Camping within Yellowstone requires a permit.

Noun

1. the first national park in the United States; located in the border area between Wyoming and Montana and Idaho; spectacular wilderness; famous for Old Faithful geyser and for buffalo and bears