theatre

noun

UK /ˈθɪətə(r)/

Word Forms

singular	theatre
plural	theatres

1
countable a building, room, or outside area used for performing plays
the open-air theatre in London’s Regents Park
go to the theatre:
We’re going to the theatre tonight.
Synonyms and related words
Buildings and areas for entertainment and leisure
amphitheatre
aquarium
arena
Synonyms and related words
Rooms in theatres, restaurants and other public buildings
apartment
auditorium
ballroom
2
uncountable the activity or job of writing, performing, or organizing performances of plays
Jenny wanted to pursue a career in the theatre.
Synonyms and related words
Relating to theatre and acting
acting
amateur dramatics
dark
3
uncountable plays considered as entertainment or art
a compelling piece of theatre
the theatre:
I’ve always loved the theatre.
Synonyms and related words
Types of entertainment
air show
bullfight
burlesque
4
countable/uncountable Britisha room in a hospital used for medical operations. The American word is operating room
He’s in theatre at the moment.
Synonyms and related words
Rooms and departments in hospitals and clinics
A&E
casualty
consulting room
5
countable usually singularan area where there is fighting during a war
theatre of war/operations:
the extension of the theatre of war to south-eastern Europe
Synonyms and related words
Places where war and fighting take place
bastion
battlefield
beachhead
6
countable Americana cinema
Synonyms and related words
Buildings and areas for entertainment and leisure
amphitheatre
aquarium
arena

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