venue

[ˈvenjuː]

venue Definition

• 1. the place where an event or activity happens
• 2. the place where a legal case is heard

Using venue: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "venue" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The concert venue was packed with fans.

• Example

  The wedding venue was decorated beautifully.

• Example

  The court decided to change the venue of the trial.

• Example

  The team chose a new venue for their next game.

venue Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for venue

• location
• site
• place
• setting
• locale

Phrases with venue

• venue of last resort

  a place or institution that is used only when all other options have failed

  Example

  The charity organization became the venue of last resort for the homeless.

• venue shopping

  the practice of choosing a location for a legal case based on the likelihood of receiving a favorable judgement

  Example

  The company was accused of venue shopping to get a more favorable outcome in the lawsuit.

• venue hire

  the act of renting a space for an event or activity

  Example

  The couple decided to do a venue hire for their wedding reception.

Origins of venue

from Latin 'venire', meaning 'to come'

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Summary: venue in Brief

The term 'venue' [ˈvenjuː] refers to the place where an event or activity takes place, or where a legal case is heard. It can be used in phrases like 'venue of last resort,' indicating a last option, and 'venue hire,' referring to renting a space for an event. Synonyms include 'location,' 'site,' and 'place.'