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scae·​na | \ ˈsēnə \
plural scaenae\ -​ēˌnē \

Definition of scaena

: the stage of a Roman theater — compare cavea

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History and Etymology for scaena

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“Scaena.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/scaena. Accessed 11 Aug. 2022.

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