venue
VEHN-yoo
Venue (noun) means a place where an event, especially a sporting or entertainment event, is held. Example: “We booked a small venue near the station for the leaving party.”
noun
1
A place where an event, especially a sporting or entertainment event, is held.
"We booked a small venue near the station for the leaving party."
"The band announced a new venue for their sold-out show."
"The arena is one of the city's biggest venues for concerts."
2
In law, the district or location in which a case is officially heard.
"The lawyer argued that the venue should be moved closer to where the accident happened."
"Because the dispute began locally, the judge ruled that the venue was correct."
"The defense asked the court for a change of venue."
How to use venue
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe place where something is happening or will happen — a stadium, a hall, or a courtroom.
Common pairings
change of venue
book a venue
wedding venue
concert venue
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Etymology
From Old French venue, "a coming," the feminine form of the verb venir ("to come").
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What does “venue” mean?
The word “venue” means a place where an event, especially a sporting or entertainment event, is held. In plain terms, the place where something is happening or will happen — a stadium, a hall, or a courtroom.
How do you pronounce “venue”?
“Venue” is pronounced VEHN-yoo (/ˈvɛnjuː/ in IPA).
How do you use “venue” in a sentence?
Here is “venue” used in a sentence: “The band announced a new venue for their sold-out show.”
What part of speech is “venue”?
“Venue” is a noun.
Where does the word “venue” come from?
The word “venue” comes from Old French. From Old French venue, "a coming," the feminine form of the verb venir ("to come").
Is “venue” a common word?
“Venue” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “venue” have?
“Venue” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a place where an event, especially a sporting or entertainment event, is held.
What is the difference between a venue and a location?
A venue is a place specifically used to host an event, such as a concert or match. A location is any place or position in a more general sense, without the built-in idea of hosting an event.
What are common phrases that use venue?
Everyday collocations include wedding venue, concert venue, venue hire, and change of venue. Most refer to a place chosen to hold a specific event.
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