courtside

American

[kawrt-sahyd, kohrt-] / ˈkɔrtˌsaɪd, ˈkoʊrt- /

noun

(in sports) the area adjoining the official playing area of a court, as in basketball, tennis, or volleyball.

Etymology

Origin of courtside

First recorded in 1965–70; court + side ¹

Example Sentences

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If your friend demurs at your offer to be your season companion courtside, share your view of what he has given you.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

It was crystallized even more because iconic former Lakers coach Pat Riley sat courtside after a celebration for the unveiling of his statue on the Star Plaza outside Crypto.com Arena.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 22, 2026

Tickets range from about £100 in the upper tier stands to upwards of £600 on courtside benches.

From BBC • Dec. 28, 2025

A nationwide noise ordinance is supposed to limit the din, especially late at night, but residents say the courtside clatter often goes unmuted.

From Barron's • Dec. 28, 2025

Seven said as they ran into the arena and snagged courtside seats.

From "Witchlings" by Claribel A. Ortega

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