Associations to the word «Theatre»

Pictures for the word «Theatre»

Wiktionary

THEATRE, noun. (Australia) (Canada) (NZ) (UK) Alternative spelling of theater
THEATRE, noun. (US) Often used specifically of playhouses and drama, so as to distinguish from moviehouses and cinema.
THEATRE BLUES, noun. (UK) (informal) Scrubs (clothing).
THEATRE IN THE ROUND, noun. Alternative form of theater-in-the-round
THEATRE OF WAR, noun. Alternative spelling of theater of war

Dictionary definition

THEATRE, noun. A building where theatrical performances or motion-picture shows can be presented; "the house was full".
THEATRE, noun. The art of writing and producing plays.
THEATRE, noun. A region in which active military operations are in progress; "the army was in the field awaiting action"; "he served in the Vietnam theater for three years".

Wise words

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