ARENA

arena, scene of action

(noun) a playing field where sports events take place

stadium, bowl, arena, sports stadium

(noun) a large structure for open-air sports or entertainments

arena

(noun) the central area of an ancient Roman amphitheater where contests and spectacles were held; especially an area that was strewn with sand

sphere, domain, area, orbit, field, arena

(noun) a particular environment or walk of life; “his social sphere is limited”; “it was a closed area of employment”; “he’s out of my orbit”

Source: WordNet® 3.1

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Etymology

Noun

arena (plural arenas or arenae or arenæ)

An enclosed area, often outdoor, for the presentation of sporting events (sports arena) or other spectacular events; earthen area, often oval, specifically for rodeos (North America) or circular area for bullfights (especially Hispanic America).

The building housing such an area; specifically, a very large, often round building, often topped with a dome, designated for indoor sporting or other major events, such as concerts.

(historical) The sand-covered centre of an amphitheatre where contests were held in Ancient Rome.

A realm in which events take place; an area of interest, study, behaviour, etc.

Anagrams

• Aaren, Arean, Arnea, anear

Source: Wiktionary

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A*re"na, n.; pl. E. Arenas; L. Arenæ. Etym: [L. arena, harena, sand, a sandy place.]

1. (Rom. Antiq.)

Definition: The area in the central part of an amphitheater, in which the gladiators fought and other shows were exhibited; -- so called because it was covered with sand.

2. Any place of public contest or exertion; any sphere of action; as, the arenaof debate; the arena of life.

3. (Med.)

Definition: "Sand" or "gravel" in the kidneys.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition

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