Stadium

/ˈsteɪdiəm/

Meaning & Definition

noun
A large structure with an arena for sports or entertainment, typically with seats for spectators.
The football match attracted thousands of fans to the stadium.
A place for public events or performances, often with a running track and playing field.
The concert was held in the outdoor stadium under the stars.
A phase or stage in a process.
The project is in the final stadium before its completion.

Etymology

From Latin 'stadium', meaning a place for running or a racecourse.

Common Phrases and Expressions

home stadium
The primary venue for a sports team.
stadium rock
A genre of music characterized by its emphasis on audience participation and large sound.
in the stadium
Referring to being present at a sporting event.

Related Words

spectator
A person who watches an event, especially a sports event.
athlete
A person who is proficient in sports and other forms of physical exercise.
tournament
A series of contests between a number of competitors.

Slang Meanings

The 'big house'
We're heading to the big house to catch the game this weekend.
The dome
Everybody loves the atmosphere in the dome during concerts.