broadwayite
noun
1.
a street in New York City, famous for its theaters, restaurants, and bright lights.
2.
the theater district located on or near this street, especially as the center of the professional or commercial theater in the U.S.
adjective
3.
(of a play, theatrical performance, etc.) pertaining to, suitable for, or produced in the commercial theater, especially on Broadway: a Broadway show.
4.
acting or working on Broadway: a Broadway producer; a Broadway star.
5.
characteristic of or frequenting the theater district on Broadway.
6.
garish; tawdry.
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Broadway (ˈbrɔːdˌweɪ) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —n | |
| 1. | a thoroughfare in New York City, famous for its theatres: the centre of the commercial theatre in the US |
| —adj | |
| 2. | of or relating to or suitable for the commercial theatre, esp on Broadway |
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Broadway definition
The central group of theaters presenting live drama in New York City. Many of them are located on or adjacent to the street called Broadway in Manhattan.
Broadway definition
A street in Manhattan, in New York City, that passes through Times Square.
Note: Broadway is known for its theaters. (See also under “Fine Arts.”)
Note: It is sometimes called the “Great White Way” because of its bright lights.
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