cyclorama

noun

cy·​clo·​ra·​ma ˌsī-klə-ˈra-mə  -ˈrä- 

1

: a large pictorial representation encircling the spectator and often having real objects as a foreground

2

: a curved curtain or wall used as a background of a stage set to suggest unlimited space

cycloramic

ˌsī-klə-ˈra-mik 

adjective

Examples of cyclorama in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

In place of the old studio, crews installed massive cyclorama walls and a fully green environment that allows anchors, meteorologists and reporters to interact with immersive virtual graphics in real time. — Richard Ramos, CBS News, 12 May 2026

Then, take a few moments to view the 371-foot-wide cyclorama depicting the Battle of Atlanta, a turning point in the Civil War. — Elizabeth Rhodes, Travel + Leisure, 23 Jan. 2026

Cyclorama and Spring Palace exhibition hall draw tourists City fathers were convinced of the synergy between the Spring Palace and the cyclorama, erecting a bridge over Jennings Avenue from the western entrance of the Spring Palace to the door of the cyclorama. — Richard Selcer, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Dec. 2025

One of the standout features is a 15-foot cyclorama wall, which can be used for music videos or photoshoots. — Rashad Alexander, Kansas City Star, 29 Nov. 2025

Word History

Etymology

cycl- + -orama (as in panorama)

First Known Use

1840, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for cyclorama

• katayama
• melodrama
• psychodrama
• agama
• bahama
• pajama
• ulama
• brahma
• chama
• comma
• dama
• drama