noun
dreamland
Dreamland (noun) means the imaginary world experienced during sleep. Example: “The toddler drifted off to dreamland within minutes.”
noun
1
The imaginary world experienced during sleep.
"The toddler drifted off to dreamland within minutes."
2
An idealized but unrealistic imaginary place.
"He talked about early retirement, but that's pure dreamland for most people."
How to use dreamland
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe world of sleep and dreams, or a fantasy that isn't realistic.
Common pairings
off to dreamland
living in dreamland
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Word forms
- Plural
- dreamlands
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Etymology
A straightforward compound of dream and land.
Synonyms
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dreamworld
never-never land
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Frequently asked questions
What does “dreamland” mean?
The word “dreamland” means the imaginary world experienced during sleep. In plain terms, the world of sleep and dreams, or a fantasy that isn't realistic.
How do you use “dreamland” in a sentence?
Here is “dreamland” used in a sentence: “The toddler drifted off to dreamland within minutes.”
What part of speech is “dreamland”?
“Dreamland” is a noun.
How many meanings does “dreamland” have?
“Dreamland” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the imaginary world experienced during sleep.
