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Merry-go-rounds

Scope note

Structures consisting of a revolving circular platform with seats, often in the form of horses or other animals, on which people may ride, usually to the accompaniment of mechanical or recorded music.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

30007316

Broader Terms used

amusement rides

Equivalent Terms used

merry-go-round

Created

13yrs ago

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