ODEUM


Meaning of ODEUM in English

Comparatively small, often semicircular roofed theater of ancient Greece and Rome used for musical performances.

One still in use was built by Herodes Atticus at the base of the Athenian Acropolis (AD 161). Odea were constructed in most cities of the Roman empire for use as assembly halls as well as for performances. See also amphitheater .

Britannica English dictionary.      Английский словарь Британика.