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The original term [[arena]] derives from the Romans and refers | The original term [[arena]] derives from the Romans and refers | ||
| − | to noun the oval space in the center of a Roman amphitheater for gladiatorial combats or other performances. | + | to noun the oval space in the center of a Roman amphitheater for gladiatorial combats or other performances, including plays. |
| − | It has since taken on a number of meanings, including a central stage, ring, area, or the like, used for sports, spectacles or other forms of entertainment, (partly) surrounded by seats for spectators (e.g. a boxing arena or a circus arena). | + | ==General meaning== |
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| + | It has since taken on a number of meanings, including a central stage, ring, area, or the like, used for sports, spectacles or other forms of entertainment, (partly) surrounded by seats for spectators (e.g. a boxing arena or a circus arena). Also referred to as a [[Stadium]]. | ||
It has subsequently also acquired the metaphoric meaning of a field of conflict, activity, or endeavor (e.g. the arena of politics or war). | It has subsequently also acquired the metaphoric meaning of a field of conflict, activity, or endeavor (e.g. the arena of politics or war). | ||
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| + | See also '''[[Open-air theatre]]''' | ||
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The original term arena derives from the Romans and refers to noun the oval space in the center of a Roman amphitheater for gladiatorial combats or other performances, including plays.
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General meaning
It has since taken on a number of meanings, including a central stage, ring, area, or the like, used for sports, spectacles or other forms of entertainment, (partly) surrounded by seats for spectators (e.g. a boxing arena or a circus arena). Also referred to as a Stadium.
It has subsequently also acquired the metaphoric meaning of a field of conflict, activity, or endeavor (e.g. the arena of politics or war).
Use in theatre
See also Open-air theatre
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https://www.dictionary.com/browse/arena
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