colosseum
Translation
coliseum, amphitheater
Examples
The ancient city had a large colosseum for events.
The ancient city had a large coliseum for events.
The football stadium was a modern colosseum.
The football stadium was a modern coliseum.
Grammar Patterns
((a/an)) coliseum a large amphitheater or stadium The city built a new coliseum.
Similar Words
Synonyms: amphitheater, stadium, arena
Etymology
From Latin 'Colosseum', named after a 'colossus' (giant statue) of Nero that stood nearby. The US spelling is often 'coliseum'.
Memory Tips
Picture the famous Colosseum in Rome, a giant circular stadium for gladiators.