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stadia

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[ stey-dee-uh ]

noun

  1. a method of surveying in which distances are read by noting the interval on a graduated rod intercepted by two parallel cross hairs stadia hairs, or stadia wires mounted in the telescope of a surveying instrument, the rod being placed at one end of the distance to be measured and the surveying instrument at the other.


adjective

  1. pertaining to such a method of surveying.

stadia

2

[ stey-dee-uh ]

noun

  1. a plural of stadium.

stadia

1

/ ˈٱɪɪə /

noun

    1. tacheometry that makes use of a telescopic surveying instrument and a graduated staff calibrated to correspond with the distance from the observer
    2. ( as modifier )

      stadia surveying

  1. the two parallel cross hairs or stadia hairs in the eyepiece of the instrument used
  2. the staff used
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

stadia

2

/ ˈٱɪɪə /

noun

  1. a plural of stadium
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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51Թ History and Origins

Origin of stadia1

First recorded in 1860–65; origin uncertain; probably special use of stadia 2
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51Թ History and Origins

Origin of stadia1

C19: probably from stadia ²
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"This is becoming a regular occurrence, not just at Rangers matches but across stadia in Scotland," Rangers state.

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“In terms of fan engagement, how they can build stadia experience and bring in the next generation, those guys are amazing. We can bring that blend together.”

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The submitted bid included 10 stadia, with Casement Park as Northern Ireland's sole venue.

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"The platform is now set for our players to show off their skill, speed and passion for those in the stadia, and to those watching at home."

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The MPs recommend that a new gambling sponsorship code of conduct for sports should include provision to reduce adverts in stadia, and ensure more space is dedicated to safer gambling messaging.

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