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arena

[/əˈriːnə/]
nounfemininepl: arenas
arena
1. A large venue with seating for spectators, used for sports, entertainment, or other events
The concert was held in a massive arena packed with thousands of fans.
O concerto foi realizado em uma enorme arena repleta de milhares de fãs.
2. The central part of an ancient Roman amphitheater where gladiators fought
The gladiators fought in the arena before the emperor.
Os gladiadores lutaram na arena diante do imperador.
3. A sphere of activity or competition; a field or domain
She entered the political arena at a young age.
Ela entrou na arena política em uma idade jovem.
Synonyms
stadiumamphitheatervenuecoliseum

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
arena
Standard usage for sporting venues and amphitheaters
Portugal
arena
Standard usage, identical to Brazilian Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

enter the arena - to begin competing or engaging in a particular field
step into the arena - to take action or join a competition
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