theater

noun

1. a building where theatrical performances or motion-picture shows can be presented

   noun.artifact

   Synonyms house theatre

   Source: WordNet 3.0

2. the art of writing and producing plays

   noun.communication

   Synonyms dramatic art dramatics dramaturgy theatre

   Source: WordNet 3.0

3. a region in which active military operations are in progress

   noun.location

   Examples

   He served in the Vietnam theater for three years.

   Synonyms field field of operations theater of operations theatre theatre of operations

   Source: WordNet 3.0

4. An edifice in which dramatic performances or spectacles are exhibited for the amusement of spectators; anciently uncovered, except the stage, but in modern times roofed.

   noun

   Source: webster1913