theatre
Americannoun
noun
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a building designed for the performance of plays, operas, etc
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( as modifier )
a theatre ticket
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( in combination )
a theatregoer
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a large room or hall, usually with a raised platform and tiered seats for an audience, used for lectures, film shows, etc
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Also called: operating theatre. a room in a hospital or other medical centre equipped for surgical operations
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plays regarded collectively as a form of art
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the world of actors, theatrical companies, etc
the glamour of the theatre
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a setting for dramatic or important events
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writing that is suitable for dramatic presentation
a good piece of theatre
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the usual word for cinema
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a major area of military activity
the theatre of operations
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a circular or semicircular open-air building with tiers of seats
Etymology
Origin of theatre
C14: from Latin theātrum, from Greek theatron place for viewing, from theasthai to look at; related to Greek thauma miracle
Example Sentences
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Buckley, who grew up in Killarney, County Kerry, has been working in film and theatre for almost two decades, and is known for her musical talents as well as her acting ability.
From BBC
The day-night atmosphere amplified the theatre, the collective will of everyone who wanted Root to finally reach three figures in this country multiplied the tension.
From BBC
Instead, Buckley pursued her own trajectory in London's theatre landscape, taking a job in Stephen Sondheim's A Little Night Music at the Menier Chocolate Factory theatre.
From BBC
Her story of forgiveness in the face of a heartbreaking tragedy has become a sell-out theatre show in both London and New York.
From BBC
The listing also called attention to the home’s “state-of-the-art theatre that can accommodate 35 people,” as well as classic European details throughout the home.
From MarketWatch
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