home theater

noun

Synonyms of home theaternext
: an entertainment system for the home that usually consists of a large television with video components (such as a DVD player and VCR) and an audio system offering surround sound

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The space boasts a heated pool, spa and pool house, while impressive indoor amenities include a gym, home theater and calming views of the surrounding greenery. Natalia Senanayake, PEOPLE, 3 Apr. 2026 The lower level has been turned into a wellness suite, with a sauna, steam shower, and gym, plus a home theater. Tori Latham, Robb Report, 1 Apr. 2026 For home theater fans, its unique TV Audio Swap feature instantly transitions sound from a Sonos soundbar to the headset with Dolby Atmos and dynamic head tracking. Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 1 Apr. 2026 When Upton and Verlander opted for a home theater rather than a proper dining room, Ruggiero conjured a moody lounge slicked in a blackberry paint, festooned with heavy velvet curtains, and crowned by a graphic Iksel wallpaper. Hannah Martin, Architectural Digest, 13 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for home theater

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First Known Use

1982, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of home theater was in 1982

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“Home theater.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/home%20theater. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.

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