home theater

noun

: an entertainment system for the home that usually consists of a large television with video components (such as a DVD player and VCR) and an audio system offering surround sound

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Families gathered around their TVs and home theater systems to enjoy the ultimate viewing experience that this groundbreaking series offered. Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 9 Mar. 2025 Read on for our favorites, from tiny Bluetooth speakers to full home theater options. Parker Hall, WIRED, 7 Mar. 2025 In another highlight, Walmart completed its $2.3 billion acquisition of Vizio, which sells televisions, sound bars and home theater systems, and should be a strong source for advertising dollars. David Moin, WWD, 20 Feb. 2025 Floor chairs: $179.99 Any home theater needs seating for you and all your friends. Christopher Murray, Fox News, 5 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for home theater

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First Known Use

1982, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of home theater was in 1982

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“Home theater.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/home%20theater. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.

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