Marquee

/mɑːrˈkiː/

noun

A tent-like shelter used for events, often made of fabric and erected outdoors.

They held the wedding reception under a large marquee.

Definition 1 of 3

Pro Tip 1/3

Use 'marquee' when referring to an outdoor event shelter, often for celebrations or large gatherings.

We rented a marquee for the garden party.

Pro Tip 2/3

'Marquee' often implies a temporary setup which will be removed after the event.

The marquee will be taken down once the festival is over.

Pro Tip 3/3

A 'marquee' suggests a large tent, capable of holding many people, not a small camping tent.

Hundreds of guests fit inside the massive wedding marquee.

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