coliseum
Definition
Noun: 1. A large, typically oval or round, stadium with many tiers of seating: A very large building designed for public events, especially sports contests or spectacles, characterized by its circular or oval shape and multiple levels of seats rising around a central open space. 2. An arena for public contests and spectacles: The central area within such a stadium, or the stadium itself, used for hosting events like sports competitions, concerts, or large shows.
Examples
- Noun:
- The ancient Roman coliseum is one of the most famous tourist attractions in the world.
- The concert was held in a massive coliseum that could seat over 50,000 people.
- The football game filled the coliseum with cheering fans.
Advanced Usage
- "The Coliseum" (capitalized): Specifically refers to the Flavian Amphitheatre in Rome, Italy, a famous ancient structure.
- We visited the Colosseum (also spelled Coliseum) during our trip to Rome.
Variants and Related Words
- Colosseum (n): An alternative, and often more common, spelling for the specific Roman amphitheater. In general use, it is interchangeable with "coliseum."
- Amphitheater (n): A round or oval building, typically unroofed, with a central space for performances surrounded by tiers of seats. A is a type of large, modern amphitheater.
- Arena (n): A central stage, area, or stadium used for sports, entertainment, or other events. A is a very large arena.
- Stadium (n): A large, usually open-air structure for sports events with tiered seating for spectators. A is a specific, often monumental, type of stadium.
Synonyms
- Amphitheater
- Arena
- Stadium
- Sports complex
Related Phrases
- To fill the coliseum: To attract a capacity crowd to a large venue.
- The famous band managed to fill the coliseum for three nights in a row.
Noun
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an oval large stadium with tiers of seats; an arena in which contests and spectacles are held
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