mar ‧ quee /mɑːˈkiː $ mɑːr-/ BrE AmE noun [countable]
[ Date: 1600-1700 ; Language: French ; Origin: marquise 'wife of a marquis' ]
1 . British English a large tent at an outdoor event or large party, used especially for eating or drinking in
2 . American English a large sign above the door of a theatre or cinema which covers the entrance and gives the name of the play or film
3 . American English marquee player, actor etc someone who people want to see because they are good or famous