Synonyms for

Parking

Verb / ˈpɑ:rkɪŋ / Another word for parking — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The act of stopping and leaving a vehicle in a particular place for a period of time.

Synonyms & similar words

park park stop stall lot garage drive-in pull-in lay-by parkade parkway

Synonyms by register

Formal

accommodation stowage docking

Informal

spotting leaving it pulling over

Literary

berthing mooring

Antonyms

driving moving traveling operating going departing leaving

Common collocations

  • parking lot
  • parking space
  • parking meter
  • parking ticket
  • parallel parking
  • street parking
  • parking garage
  • parking brake

Word family

noun parking
verb park

Usage note

Parking refers to the act of leaving a vehicle in a designated spot. It is often used as a gerund or noun.

Example sentences

  1. I am looking for parking near the movie theater.
  2. The parking lot was full, so we had to park on the street.
  3. I always make sure to put money in the parking meter.
  4. The parking attendant directed us to a spot in the garage.
  5. The hotel has valet parking for guests.

Quotes

  • "I can park here, right?" - Helen, 'The Incredibles'
  • "I'm sorry, Dave. I'm afraid I can't do that." - HAL 9000, '2001: A Space Odyssey'
  • "Why don't they ever have parking spaces where you need them?" - Jerry Seinfeld

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