studio

noun

stu·​dio ˈstü-dē-(ˌ)ō How to pronounce studio (audio)
ˈstyü-
plural studios
Synonyms of studionext
1
a
: the working place of a painter, sculptor, or photographer
b
: a place for the study of an art (such as dancing, singing, or acting)
2
a
: a place where movies are made
b
: a company that produces movies
3
: a place maintained and equipped for the transmission of radio or television programs
4
: a place where audio recordings are made
5

Examples of studio in a Sentence

the president of a major Hollywood studio
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The business side of the industry, including the MBS Group, the world's largest studio operator, believes the momentum must continue. Hunter Sowards, CBS News, 15 Apr. 2026 The second floor is jammed full of technology with a 3-D printing lab, sound recording studios and even flight and driving simulators to help aspiring pilots and drivers get a free start on their training. Scott Maxwell, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 Apr. 2026 The presentations generally consist of execs hyping the theatrical experience and touting the highlights of a studio's most exciting projects for the next calendar year. Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 14 Apr. 2026 Jasmeet’s ongoing internal battle between his traditional Canadian-Sikh family values and his life as a nationally-famous YouTuber continue to collide, in one scene ditching an event celebrating his online success and in another heading out on stage to roaring studio fans. Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 14 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for studio

Word History

Etymology

Italian, literally, study, from Latin studium

First Known Use

1800, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Time Traveler
The first known use of studio was in 1800

Cite this Entry

“Studio.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/studio. Accessed 15 Apr. 2026.

Kids Definition

studio

noun
stu·​dio ˈst(y)üd-ē-ˌō How to pronounce studio (audio)
plural studios
1
a
: the working place of an artist
b
: a place for the study of an art
2
: a place where motion pictures are made
3
: a place for the transmission of radio or television programs

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