Coliseum

Pronunciation: /kəˈliːziəm/

Definitions of coliseum

noun A large theater or stadium, typically used for public events such as sports or concerts

Example Sentences

A1 The coliseum is a large ancient building where gladiator fights used to take place.

A2 Visiting the coliseum in Rome is a must-do for tourists.

B1 The coliseum in Verona is well-preserved and offers guided tours for visitors.

B2 The coliseum in Nimes, France, is one of the best-preserved Roman amphitheaters in the world.

C1 The Roman coliseum is an iconic symbol of ancient architecture and engineering.

C2 Scholars continue to study the history and significance of the coliseum in modern society.

Examples of coliseum in a Sentence

formal The ancient coliseum in Rome is a popular tourist attraction.

informal Let's meet at the coliseum for the concert tonight.

slang I heard the coliseum is lit during the games.

figurative The political debate turned into a verbal coliseum.

Grammatical Forms of coliseum

• plural: coliseums
• comparative: more coliseum
• superlative: most coliseum
• present tense: coliseum
• future tense: will be coliseum
• perfect tense: have been coliseum
• continuous tense: is being coliseum
• singular: coliseum
• positive degree: coliseum
• infinitive: to coliseum
• gerund: coliseuming
• participle: coliseumed

Origin and Evolution of coliseum

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'coliseum' originated from Latin, specifically from the term 'Colosseum', which referred to the Flavian Amphitheatre in Rome.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the term 'coliseum' has come to be used more broadly to refer to any large sports or entertainment venue, diverging from its specific association with the Flavian Amphitheatre in Rome.