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arena

a·re·na [ ə rnə ] (plural are·nas)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. stadium: an indoor or outdoor area surrounded by seating for spectators, where shows or sports events take place

2. scene of activity: a place or situation where there is conflict or intense activity
A new contestant has entered the political arena.

3. center of Roman amphitheater: the open area inside a Roman amphitheater, in which gladiatorial contests and other entertainments were staged

[Early 17th century. < Latin, "sand, sand-strewn place"]
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