theater

US /ˈθiː.ə.t̬ɚ/
UK /ˈθiː.ə.t̬ɚ/
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1.

teatro, cinema

a building or outdoor area in which plays, movies, or other performances are given

:
We went to the theater to see a new play.
Siamo andati al teatro per vedere una nuova opera teatrale.
The movie theater was packed on opening night.
Il cinema era affollato la sera della prima.
2.

teatro, arte drammatica

plays or other dramatic performances as a form of art or entertainment

:
She has a passion for live theater.
Ha una passione per il teatro dal vivo.
He studied theater arts in college.
Ha studiato arti del teatro all'università.
3.

sala operatoria, blocco operatorio

a room or area for surgical operations or medical procedures

:
The patient was taken to the operating theater.
Il paziente è stato portato in sala operatoria.
The doctor prepared the theater for the minor procedure.
Il medico ha preparato la sala operatoria per la procedura minore.