Meaning of theatre in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

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  1. Noun

    theatre

    Definitions

    1. a building where theatrical performances or motion-picture shows can be presented

    Examples

    • « the house was full »
  2. 2. the art of writing and producing plays
  3. 3. a region in which active military operations are in progress

    Examples

    • « the army was in the field awaiting action »
    • « he served in the Vietnam theater for three years »

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