amphitheatre
Britishnoun
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a building, usually circular or oval, in which tiers of seats rise from a central open arena, as in those of ancient Rome
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a place where contests are held; arena
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any level circular area of ground surrounded by higher ground
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the first tier of seats in the gallery of a theatre
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any similarly designated seating area in a theatre
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a lecture room in which seats are tiered away from a central area
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Marco Pravini, who was visiting from Cremona, said he had also visited the amphitheatre during the day but "at night the light, the atmosphere is much more magical".
From Barron's ● Aug. 14, 2026
The Colosseum has extended opening hours at night this summer to allow more visitors to see the famous Roman amphitheatre in cooler temperatures after sunset.
From Barron's ● Aug. 14, 2026
The wooden structure is inspired by the amphitheatre seating of the Olivier Theatre and faces the building itself.
From BBC ● Jul. 30, 2026
In a half-covered amphitheatre in eastern China, 20-year-old Wang Shuangshuang locked his shoulder against the neck of a bull, grappling with its horns to force it to its knees.
From Barron's ● Jun. 28, 2026
Then they followed Artemis up the steps of the amphitheatre and over the crest of the hill.
From "Blood of Olympus" by Rick Riordan
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