I. mär-ˈkē noun
Etymology: modification of French marquise, literally, marchioness
Date: 1690
1. chiefly British : a large tent set up for an outdoor party, reception, or exhibition
2.
a. : a permanent canopy often of metal and glass projecting over an entrance (as of a hotel or theater)
b. : a sign usually over the entrance of a theater or arena that displays the names of featured attractions and principal performers
II. adjective
Date: 1946
: having or associated with the name recognition and attraction of one whose name appears on a marquee : big-name , star
marquee athletes
marquee events