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Amphitheaters (built works)

Scope note

Use for circular or elliptical structures in which a central performance area is surrounded by rising tiers of seats.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

30007128

Broader Terms used

open-air theaters

Term used for

coliseums
colosseums

Equivalent Terms used

amphitheater (built work)

Created

13yrs ago

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