theater

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Synonyms: heater, cheater, treater, teater, theaker, wheater

Antonyms: heater, cheater, treater, teater, theaker, wheater

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Noun

1. {{sid|en|Q11635}}{{lb|en|countable}} A place or [[building]], consisting of a [[stage]] and seating, in which an [[audience]] gathers to watch [[play]]s, musical performances, public ceremonies, and so on.
2. A region where a particular action takes place; a specific field of action, usually with reference to war.
3. A [[lecture theatre]].
4. {{lb|en|medicine}} An [[operating theatre]] or locale for human experimentation.
5. {{lb|en|US}} A [[cinema]].
6. Drama or performance as a profession or art form.
7. Any place rising by steps like the seats of a theater.
8. {{lb|en|figurative|derogatory|often following a noun used attributively}} A conspicuous but unproductive display of action.

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