GNU Collaborative International Dictionary of English

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   { Theater, Theatre } , n. [F. théâtre, L. theatrum, Gr. , fr.  to see, view; cf. Skr. dhyā to meditate, think. Cf. Theory.]
   An edifice in which dramatic performances or spectacles are exhibited for the amusement of spectators; anciently uncovered, except the stage, but in modern times roofed.
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   Any room adapted to the exhibition of any performances before an assembly, as public lectures, scholastic exercises, anatomical demonstrations, surgical operations, etc.
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   That which resembles a theater in form, use, or the like; a place rising by steps or gradations, like the seats of a theater.
   Burns.
   
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   Shade above shade, a woody theater
   Of stateliest view.
   Milton.
   
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   A sphere or scheme of operation. [Obs.]
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   For if a man can be partaker of God's theater, he shall likewise be partaker of God's rest.
   Bacon.
   
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   A place or region where great events are enacted; as, the theater of war.
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