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Meaning of 'arena' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Arena [ n.]
- The area in the central part of an amphitheater, in which the gladiators fought and other shows were exhibited; -- so called because it was covered with sand.
- Any place of public contest or exertion; any sphere of action; as, the arenaof debate; the arena of life.
- "Sand" or "gravel" in the kidneys.

Meaning of 'arena' (Princeton's WordNet)

1 . arena [ n]
Meaning (1):
- a particular environment or walk of life
Example in sentence:
  • he's out of my orbit;
  • his social sphere is limited;
  • it was a closed area of employment

Nearby Words:

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