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Definitions

theatre

[thee-uh-ter, theeuh-] / ˈθi ə tər, ˈθiə- /
NOUN
business of plays
Synonyms
STRONGEST
theater troupe
STRONG
drama dramatics dramaturgy footlights histrionics
WEAK
histrionism theatrics

Example Sentences

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The National League title fight has been all about theatre and late goals from both Rochdale and York City.

From BBC • Apr. 25, 2026

They have played six times at the famous Sheffield theatre, with three wins apiece.

From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026

"I've been doing stand-up for nearly 20 years, but I'm obsessed with theatre and plays. I've always said one day, after a tour, I'm going to do the real thing."

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026

The Pitch Perfect star claimed MacInnes had retracted a complaint - which MacInnes denies making - in exchange for a major theatre role and a record deal.

From BBC • Apr. 20, 2026

Miss Parrish, known to friends as Cassie, was a popular athlete and member of the theatre club at Amoskeag High.

From "Wintergirls" by Laurie Halse Anderson