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.

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

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.

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.

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.