arena (n.)

  1. a particular environment or walk of life; his social sphere is limited; it was a closed area of employment; hes out of my orbit

    [ Syn: sphere , domain , area , orbit , field ]

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

  3. a large structure for open-air sports or entertainments

    [ Syn: stadium , bowl , sports stadium ]

  4. a playing field where sports events take place

    [ Syn: scene of action ]

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