stadia

¹ American  

[stey-dee-uh] / ˈsteɪ di ə /

noun

1. a method of surveying in which distances are read by noting the interval on a graduated rod intercepted by two parallel cross hairs stadia hairs, or stadia wires mounted in the telescope of a surveying instrument, the rod being placed at one end of the distance to be measured and the surveying instrument at the other.

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adjective

1. pertaining to such a method of surveying.

stadia ² American  

[stey-dee-uh] / ˈsteɪ di ə /

noun

1. a plural of stadium.

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stadia ¹ British  

/ ˈsteɪdɪə /

noun

1. 1. tacheometry that makes use of a telescopic surveying instrument and a graduated staff calibrated to correspond with the distance from the observer

   2. ( as modifier )

      stadia surveying

2. the two parallel cross hairs or stadia hairs in the eyepiece of the instrument used

3. the staff used

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stadia ² British  

/ ˈsteɪdɪə /

noun

1. a plural of stadium

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Etymology

Origin of stadia

First recorded in 1860–65; origin uncertain; probably special use of stadia ²

Example Sentences

Also included in the draft budget is an inflationary uplift of some £52.4m for the redevelopment of Casement Park as well as an uplift for sub-regional football stadia, also in line with inflation.

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The ban does not cover hospitality sections within stadia.

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"This is becoming a regular occurrence, not just at Rangers matches but across stadia in Scotland," Rangers state.

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“In terms of fan engagement, how they can build stadia experience and bring in the next generation, those guys are amazing. We can bring that blend together.”

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Despite the new ground only existing on a drawing board, it was Northern Ireland's only chance to host tournament matches, given Uefa's requirement that all host stadia exceed 30,000 capacity.

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