amphitheater

Thân thiện

The audience fills the amphitheater to watch the outdoor concert.

Definition

Noun 1. A large, oval or circular open-air building with rising tiers of seats around a central space (arena): An amphitheater is a type of structure, historically used for public spectacles, contests, or theatrical performances. 2. A sloping gallery with seats for spectators, as found in a lecture hall, operating room, or some modern theaters: This meaning refers to any steeply banked, tiered seating area that provides a clear view of a central area or stage.

Usage and Examples

• The ancient Roman amphitheater could hold tens of thousands of spectators for gladiatorial games.
• The university's biology lecture is held in a large amphitheater to accommodate all the students.
• From the top row of the medical amphitheater, the students observed the surgical procedure.

Advanced Usage and Nuances

• The term often evokes classical antiquity, particularly Roman structures like the Colosseum.
• In modern usage, it can describe any venue with a similar design, such as an "amphitheater-style" classroom or an outdoor music venue (e.g., ).

Variants and Related Words

• Amphitheatre: The British English spelling variant.
• Amphitheatrical (adj): Of or relating to an amphitheater.
  • The amphitheatrical design of the room ensured everyone had a perfect view.

Synonyms

• Arena
• Coliseum
• Stadium
• Theater (in the context of tiered seating)
• Gallery (specifically for the sloping seating meaning)

Related Phrases and Idioms

• (To be) in the amphitheater of [something]: A figurative phrase suggesting a public or highly visible arena for events or debate.
  • The political scandal played out in the national amphitheater of the media.

Học thuật

Noun

1. an oval large stadium with tiers of seats; an arena in which contests and spectacles are held
2. a sloping gallery with seats for spectators (as in an operating room or theater)

Từ đồng nghĩa

• amphitheatre
• coliseum