Difference between revisions of "Amphitheatre (Q23289)"
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(Added [fr] description: L'utilisation de ce mot pour désigner un bâtiment circulaire ou semi-circulaire doté d'une scène ou d'une arène centrale est presque oubliée. Dans certains théâtres, le premier gradin est appelé ainsi.) | (Changed claim: part of value list (P118): audience arrangement value list (Q30792)) | ||
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Revision as of 08:02, 2 August 2023
The use of this word as applied to a circular or semi-circular building with a central stage or arena has been almost forgotten. In some theatres, the first tier is so called.
| Language | Label | Description | Also known as |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | Amphitheatre | The use of this word as applied to a circular or semi-circular building with a central stage or arena has been almost forgotten. In some theatres, the first tier is so called. |
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Amphitheatre (English)
The use of this word as applied to a circular or semi-circular building with a central stage or arena has been almost forgotten In some theatres, the first tier is so called. (English)
1923
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Amphitheatre (English)
A circular, semicircular, or elliptical auditorium in which the central arena is surrounded by rising tiers of seats. (English)
2007
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amphitheatre (English)
Late Middle English via Latin from Greek amphitheatron. From amphi meaning on both sides or around and theatron meaning place for viewing. An oval or circular open-air performance space with tiered seating on all sides. Roman arena used for gladiator games circuses animal hunts and executions."" (English)
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Amphitheatre (English)
A building erected by the Romans in circular or oval form, having an area in the centre for the exhibition of combats between gladiators and wild beasts; the arena could be filled with water for naval spectacles. (English)
2007
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