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Theatre Definition & Meaning

theatre
noun
  1. a building where theatrical performances or motion-picture shows can be presented; "the house was full"
  2. the art of writing and producing plays
  3. a region in which active military operations are in progress; "the army was in the field awaiting action"; "he served in the Vietnam theater for three years"

"Theatre" in song lyrics

See how theatre is used in real songs:

  • "Yeah, much dedication to Uno, Untro theatre"
    Above the Law — 1996
  • "Legacy of our secret war in the other theatre"
    Alltruisms — Clusterbombs Laos
  • "Rockin' the back seat of insomniac theatre"
    Brother Ali — Sleepwalker

Usage tips for "theatre"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "theatre" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for theatre to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does theatre mean?
a building where theatrical performances or motion-picture shows can be presented; "the house was full" the art of writing and producing plays a region in which active military operations are in progress; "the army was in the field awaiting action"; "he served in the Vietnam theater for three years"
What part of speech is theatre?
Theatre is a noun.
How many definitions does theatre have?
Theatre has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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