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lyceum Definition

ly·ceum (lī sē′əm-)

noun

  1. a hall where public lectures or discussions are held
  2. an organization presenting public lectures, concerts, etc.
  3. lycée

Etymology: after the Lyceum in Athens

Lyceum Definition

Ly·ceum (lī sē′əm-)

the grove at Athens where Aristotle taught

Etymology: L < Gr Lykeion, the Lyceum: so called from the neighboring temple of Apollōn Lykeios

lyceum Synonyms

lyceum

n.

  1. School

    secondary school, institute, private school; see academy 1, school 1.

  2. Hall

    gallery, hall, lecture room, saloon; see auditorium, hall 1.

lyceum Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • theater: URL: http://www.robosens.demon.co.uk/freedom / The Royal Lyceum Theater Royal lyceum theater.

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