Meaning & Definition of word "Scene"

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    Scene

    /siːn/

    noun:

    • 1. A place where an incident in real life or fiction occurs or occurred.
      • Example: The scene of the accident was cordoned off by the police.
    • 2. The place or location of an event, especially a dramatic or theatrical one.
      • Example: The film opens with a beautiful scene of the mountains at sunrise.
    • 3. A sequence of continuous action in a play, movie, or book.
      • Example: In the final scene of the play, the main character confronts his past.
    • 4. An incident or a situation that people talk about, often because of its dramatic or sensational nature.
      • Example: The breakup was quite the scene at the party, drawing everyone's attention.
    • 5. An area where a particular activity or event occurs.
      • Example: The beach has become a popular scene for summer festivals.

    Etymology

    From Middle English 'sene', from Old French 'scène', from Latin 'scena', from Greek 'skēnē'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    on the scene:

    Present at the location of an event.

    a scene of chaos:

    A situation characterized by confusion or disorder.

    make a scene:

    To behave in an exaggeratedly emotional way in public.

    Related Words

    scenery:

    The natural features of a landscape considered in terms of their appearance, especially when picturesque.

    scenic:

    Having beautiful landscapes; picturesque.

    Slang Meanings of scene