audience
US /ˈɑː.di.əns/
UK /ˈɑː.di.əns/
1.
the assembled spectators or listeners at a public event, such as a play, movie, concert, or meeting
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The band played to a large audience.
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The speaker captivated the entire audience with her powerful speech.
2.
the readership of a newspaper, magazine, or book
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The magazine targets a young, fashion-conscious audience.
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The author writes for a broad audience, from children to adults.
3.
a formal interview with a person in authority
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The ambassador was granted an audience with the President.
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She requested an audience with the Queen.