theater

/ˈθiːətər/
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Noun

theaterSingular
theatersPlural
1

A building or outdoor area where plays, movies, or other dramatic performances are presented to an audience.

We went to the theater to see a new play.

2

The art or profession of writing, acting in, or producing plays and dramatic performances.

She studied theater at university and became a professional actress.

3

A room or hall with seats arranged in tiers, used for lectures, demonstrations, or surgical operations.

The medical students observed the surgery in the operating theater.

4

A region or area in which military operations take place.

The general was responsible for all operations in the Pacific theater.