noun
a theater or concert hall for large gatherings, typically circular in shape with a central space for performances
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The ancient hippodrome was used for chariot races in Roman times.
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Let's go check out the hippodrome downtown, I hear they have horse races there.
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I can't believe we won so much money at the hippodrome last night!
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The political arena can sometimes feel like a hippodrome with all the competition and drama.