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Theater - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

theater

/ˈθiətər/ /ˈθɪətə/

Definition:

A building or outdoor area for performances, plays, or films.

Synonyms:

playhouse, auditorium, cinema, amphitheater

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

home, office

Common Collocations:

theater performance, theater tickets, theater director, theater stage

Derivatives:

theatrical, theatrically

Usage Tips:

Use "theater" for performances; "cinema" is more common for movies in British English.

Common Phrases:

dinner theater, theater of the absurd, theater in the round

Etymology:

From Greek "theatron," meaning "a place for viewing."

Examples:

  • 1. We watched a play at the local theater last night.
  • 2. The theater was packed for the new musical premiere.
  • 3. She bought tickets for the theater weeks in advance.
  • 4. The old theater has been renovated beautifully.

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