stage — a raised platform in a theater where actors perform
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a raised platform in a theater where actors perform
Pronunciation (IPA): /steɪdʒ/
Example Sentences
- My cat thinks the dining table is her personal stage for dramatic meowing performances.
- At this stage of my diet, I consider looking at cake a cheat meal.
- The company will stage the product launch next month.
stage
NOUN[/steɪdʒ/]
a raised platform in a theater where actors perform
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Old French 'estage', meaning a level, floor, or platform, which ultimately traces back to Latin 'stare' (to stand). The semantic evolution began with the literal sense of 'a place where one stands' and developed into its modern meanings of a theatrical platform and a phase or step in a process.
Breakdown
Latin 'stare' (to stand) → Old French 'estage' (level, platform) → Middle English 'stage'. The root 'sta-' (stand) underlies the concept of a fixed position or elevation.
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My cat thinks the dining table is her personal stage for dramatic meowing performances.”
“At this stage of my diet, I consider looking at cake a cheat meal.”
“The company will stage the product launch next month.”
“She conquered her stage fright and delivered an amazing speech.”
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