arena

Definition

An enclosed area, often outdoor, for the presentation of sporting events (sports arena) or other spectacular events; earthen area, often oval, specifically for rodeos (North America) or circular area for bullfights (especially Hispanic America).

Etymology

Borrowed from Latin arēna (“sand, arena”), from an earlier *hasēna (compare Sabine fasēna), possibly from Etruscan.

Example Sentences

• "A large crowd filled the seats of the arena."
• "The arena is grey with white beams."
• "The gladiators entered the arena."