amphitheatre

/ ˈæmfɪˌθɪətə; ˌæmfɪθɪˈætrɪk /

noun

1. a building, usually circular or oval, in which tiers of seats rise from a central open arena, as in those of ancient Rome
2. a place where contests are held; arena
3. any level circular area of ground surrounded by higher ground
4. 1. the first tier of seats in the gallery of a theatre
   2. any similarly designated seating area in a theatre
5. a lecture room in which seats are tiered away from a central area

Derived Forms

• amphitheatric, adjective
• ˌamphitheˈatrically, adverb

Example Sentences

Archaeologists found pyramids, sports fields, causeways connecting districts and amphitheatres in the southeastern state of Campeche.

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According to its latest earnings report, sales for arenas, amphitheatres, theatre and club shows are all up double digits.

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Hans was the first family member to arrive in the small amphitheatre at the heart of the MH17 national monument.

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Boxing's violence is not as extreme as the Roman amphitheatre, but the clamour of the crowd is still there.

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The news conference took place in the 'Greece' zone as the fighters took centre stage in the replica amphitheatre.

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Related Words

• field
• gym
• gymnasium
• park
• ring
• rink
• square
• stadium
• stage