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venue

Syllabification: (ven·ue)

Pronunciation: /ˈvenˌyo͞o/

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Definition of venue

noun

the place where something happens, especially an organized event such as a concert, conference, or sports event:the river could soon be the venue for a powerboat world championship event
Law the county or district within which a criminal or civil case must be heard.

Origin:

late 16th century (denoting a thrust or bout in fencing; also in the Law sense): from Old French, literally 'a coming', feminine past participle of venir 'come', from Latin venire