Phrase guide

dress circle

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

noun

Meaning 1

A gallery in a theater, generally the one containing the prominent and more expensive seats.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

noun

Meaning 2

a curved section or tier of seats in a hall or theater or opera house; usually the first tier above the orchestra

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

Examples

  • they had excellent seats in the dress circle

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: circle

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: seating, seats, seating room, seating area

History

Etymology

Formal dress clothing was generally worn in this gallery.