marquee

Meanings

1. 1
   noun

   a large tent used for an outdoor event

   The wedding guests ate dinner inside the marquee.

2. 2
   noun

   a rooflike structure above the entrance to a theater, hotel, or other building, often displaying a sign

   The theater's marquee announced the opening night performance.

3. 3
   adj

   having the greatest importance, fame, or public appeal

   The festival added a marquee performer to Saturday's program.

Borrowed from French marquise, originally referring to a large tent associated with a marquis or marchioness. The canopy sense developed in American English, followed by the figurative adjective for a prominent attraction or star.

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