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   Auditorium (), n. [L. See Auditory, n.]
   1. The part of a church, theater, or other public building, assigned to the audience.
   
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   ☞ In ancient churches the auditorium was the nave, where hearers stood to be instructed; in monasteries it was an apartment for the reception of strangers.
   
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   2. a building, or a room within a building, containing a large open space for public gatherings, and often having a raised stage  where speakers or presentations may be easily viewed by the audience. The students assembled to hear the president speak in the auditorium.
   
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