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Meaning of the word scene in English

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scene

US /siːn/
UK /siːn/
"scene" picture

Noun

1.

the place where an incident in real life or fiction occurs or occurred

Example:
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The police arrived at the scene of the crime.
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The final scene of the play was very emotional.
Synonym:
settinglocationsitespotplace
2.

a part of a play, movie, or story in which a particular action or interaction occurs

Example:
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The opening scene introduces the main characters.
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They rehearsed the emotional scene multiple times.
Synonym:
sequencesegmentpartepisode
3.

a public display of emotion or temper

Example:
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Don't make a scene in front of everyone.
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She caused quite a scene when she found out.
Synonym:
commotionfussdisturbanceuproarfracas
4.

a particular area of activity or interest

Example:
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He's a well-known figure in the local music scene.
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The fashion scene in Paris is always vibrant.
Synonym:
worldmilieuspherearenarealm
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be on the scenescene-shifting