coliseum

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

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Definition

  1. noun an oval large stadium with tiers of seats; an arena in which contests and spectacles are held

Etymology

From Medieval Latin coliseum, from Latin Colosseum, from neuter of colosseus (“gigantic”), from Ancient Greek κολοσσιαῖος (kolossiaîos), from κολοσσός (kolossós, “giant statue”). See also: w:Colosseum § Name on Wikipedia.

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Synonyms

amphitheater, amphitheatre

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