SPECTATOR


Meaning of SPECTATOR in English

I. ˈspekˌtād.ə(r), -atə-,  ̷ ̷ˈ ̷ ̷ ̷ ̷ noun

( -s )

Etymology: Latin, from spectatus (past participle of spectare to look at, watch, view) + -or — more at spectacle

1. : one that looks on or beholds ; especially : one witnessing an exhibition (as a sports event)

2. or spectator pump : a woman's pump designed for casual wear with a medium to high heel and a leather upper often with contrasting color at the toe and heel

II. adjective

1. : having its main attraction for spectators : tending to attract spectators

such spectator sports as racing

2. : styled in an informal or casual manner and suitable for use by a spectator at a sports event

a spectator frock

Webster's New International English Dictionary.      Новый международный словарь английского языка Webster.