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venue

ven·ue [ vén y ] (plural ven·ues)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. scene: a scene or setting in which something takes place

2. place where event is held: a place where an event such as a sports competition or a concert is held, especially one where such events are often held

3. law scene of crime: the place at which a crime takes place or a cause of action arises

4. law place of trial: a county or other area from which a jury is selected and in which a trial is held

5. law statement: a statement that a case is being brought to the proper court or authority

[Mid-16th century. < Old French, past participle of venir "come" < Latin venire]
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