Definition of stadium
stadia
play \-dē-ə\ orstadiums
1a : any of various ancient Greek units of length ranging in value from 607 to 738 feet (about 185 to 225 meters)b : an ancient Roman unit of length equal to 607 feet (185 meters)
2a : a course for footraces in ancient Greece originally one stadium in lengthb : a tiered structure with seats for spectators surrounding an ancient Greek running trackc : a large usually roofless building with tiers of seats for spectators at sports events
3 [New Latin, from Latin] : a stage in a life history; especially : one between successive molts of an insect
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Examples of stadium in a Sentence
the football game will be held at the new stadium, which seats 100,000 people
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The stadium is being built adjacent to the site of White Hart Lane in north London, where Spurs played home matches for more than a century.
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With full-scale conference play beginning Saturday, the Tribune offers its rankings of Big Ten stadiums based on quality of the structure, tradition, enthusiasm of the fan base and game-day atmosphere.
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The topic has generated discussion at the French Open — including about whether the Australian Open stadium that honors Court should have its name changed.
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Critics said the meetings were inappropriate because the stadium property is owned by the public and its future should be determined in public.
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The historic baseball stadium is closed for repairs and won't be open again until 2018.
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The 22 victims will be remembered in the stadium before Arsenal and Chelsea contest the soccer showpiece.
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Ancient Greek stadiums show continual upgrades to the starting line of the race.
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After all, when the new stadium opened in 2009, in the midst of the financial downturn, the Yankees had the hubris to put a $2,500-per-game price on some of the seats behind and near home plate.
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Origin and Etymology of stadium
Middle English, from Latin, from Greek stadion
First Known Use: 14th century
STADIUM Defined for English Language Learners
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playDefinition of stadium for English Language Learners
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: a very large usually roofless building that has a large open area surrounded by many rows of seats and that is used for sports events, concerts, etc.
STADIUM Defined for Kids
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\ˈstā-dē-ə\: a large usually outdoor structure with rows of seats for spectators at sports events
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