First Known Use: 14th century
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stadium
noun sta·di·um \ˈstā-dē-əm\
: 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.
plural -dia \-dē-ə\ or sta·di·ums
Full Definition of STADIUM
1
a : 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)
2
a : a course for footraces in ancient Greece originally one stadium in length b : a tiered structure with seats for spectators surrounding an ancient Greek running track c : 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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Origin of STADIUM
Middle English, from Latin, from Greek stadion
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stadium
noun sta·di·um \ˈstā-dē-əm\
plural sta·di·ums or sta·dia \ˈstā-dē-ə\
Definition of STADIUM for Kids
: a large usually outdoor structure with rows of seats for spectators at sports events
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