venue

noun ven·ue \ ˈven-ˌyü \

Updated on: 18 Apr 2018

Definition of venue

1 a : locale 1; also : a place where events of a specific type are held

music venues

b : outlet 1c

2 a : the place from which a jury is drawn and in which trial is held

requested a change of venue

b : the place or county in which take place the alleged events from which a legal action arises

c : a statement showing that a case is brought to the proper court or authority

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Examples of venue in a Sentence

The venue of the trial has been changed.
The nightclub provided an intimate venue for her performance.

Recent Examples of venue from the Web

The symphony has presented similar events at the Majestic Theatre, but this one will take place at the Tobin Center for the Performing Arts because the venue is co-presenting, Bharne said.

— deborah martin, San Antonio Express-News, "San Antonio Symphony’s 2018-’19 season includes ‘Star Wars’ and a food festival," 12 Apr. 2018
The venue and turnout were both quite different from 1986 to present.

— andrew dansby, Houston Chronicle, "Back to the future: Jean-Michel Jarre brings a feast of sound and light," 11 Apr. 2018
Lewis knew the venue would be perfect for her mix of pillows, vintage imported rugs, textiles and other home accessories, as well as her custom furniture line.

— jessica ritz, latimes.com, "Interior designer expands her Instagram-ready brand into Pacific Palisades," 11 Apr. 2018
With golf each venue is unique, offering a different version of the same game, and a new opportunity to find great value.

— michael williams, GQ, "Four Glorious Golf Courses to Play Before You Die," 2 Apr. 2018
The venue is home to nightly entertainment ranging from rock to folk, and often playing until midnight.

— richard tribou, OrlandoSentinel.com, "Chill out or be chilled in St. Augustine after dark," 1 Apr. 2018
Considering the popular venue is only a decade old, the city is exploring its legal options.

— john benson, cleveland.com, "Fairview Park receives $70,000 NOPEC grant targeting energy efficiency," 26 Mar. 2018
But what really makes this a great venue is the crowd.

— meredith carey, Condé Nast Traveler, "DJ Steve Aoki's Tokyo Travel Advice? Get Lost," 21 Mar. 2018
This year’s venue is the South Milwaukee Knights of Columbus, 732 Badger Ave.

— bob dohr, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "Wehr Nature Center set to host 42nd annual Maple Sugar Days," 19 Mar. 2018

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Origin and Etymology of venue

borrowed from Anglo-French, probably alteration (by assimilation to venue "arrival, attendance") of vinné, visné, literally, "neighborhood, neighbors," going back to Vulgar Latin *vīcīnātus, re-formation of Latin vīcīnitās vicinity

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First Known Use: 1531

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venue Synonyms

Synonyms

emplacement, locale, locality, location, locus, place, point, position, site, spot, where;

Related Words

scene;

precinct, region, section, sector;

here, there;

VENUE Defined for English Language Learners

venue

noun

Definition of venue for English Language Learners

: the place where an event takes place

Law Dictionary

venue

noun ven·ue \ ˈven-ˌyü \

legal Definition of venue

1 : the place or county in which take place the alleged events from which a legal action arises —used especially at common law

2 : the place from which a jury is drawn and in which trial is held — see also change of venue — compare jurisdiction

3 : a statement showing that a case is brought to the proper court or authority

Origin and Etymology of venue

Anglo-French, place where a jury is summoned, alteration (influenced by venue arrival, attendance) of vinné visné, literally, neighborhood, neighbors, from Old French, ultimately from Latin vicinus neighboring