Definition and meaning of English word "theater"
theater
/ˈθɪətər/
Meaning
NounA place or building, consisting of a stage and seating, in which an audience gathers to watch plays, musical performances, public ceremonies, and so on.
How to use
The word 'theater' is commonly used in American English, while in British English, the preferred spelling is 'theatre'. This term typically refers to a physical venue for live performances and is often used in formal or professional contexts. A learner might mistakenly use 'theater' as a countable noun, as in 'a theater' for a single performance, when in fact, it usually refers to the building or venue itself.
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Example
It is important to keep the theater in a safe place.
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Common phrases
- go to the theater— to attend a performance at a theater
- theater company— a group of people who perform in a theater
- theater critic— a person who writes reviews of performances in a theater
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Frequency rank: #1140 in English
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