Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
theater
noun
/ˈθiː.ətər/
Definition
A place where plays, films, and other performances are presented.
Examples
- The theater on Main Street hosts weekly performances by local actors.
- She has always dreamed of acting on the theater stage.
- The community theater takes pride in its annual Shakespeare production.
Meaning
The term refers to both the physical building where performances occur and the art form itself, which includes a range of live presentations like drama, musicals, and dance.
Synonyms
- playhouse
- stage
- auditorium
- performance hall
