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stadium
/ˈsteɪ.di.əm/
[/ˈsteɪ.di.əm/]
large sports arena
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A large structure with rows of seats around a field, used for sports and concerts.
Example
The roaring crowd filled the stadium as the two teams walked onto the bright pitch.
The roaring crowd filled the stadium as the two teams walked onto the bright pitch.
Etymology
From Greek 'stadion', a unit of length and a running track.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in sports and entertainment.