megaplex

noun

mega·​plex ˈme-gə-ˌpleks How to pronounce megaplex (audio)
Synonyms of megaplexnext
: a large multiplex typically housing 16 or more movie theaters

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The Regal Boise megaplex — formerly Edwards Cinemas — made significant improvements, including converting one of its auditoriums to IMAX. Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 19 Jan. 2026 The development group promises to transform the complex into a new entertainment megaplex. Shomik Mukherjee, Mercury News, 31 Dec. 2025 Week after week, however, audiences seem torpid rather than tempted when scouting the megaplex offerings. Peter Bart, Deadline, 20 Nov. 2025 Suddenly, San Marcos is looking like a health care hub similar to La Jolla or to the Sharp HealthCare and Rady Children’s Hospital megaplex at Genesee Avenue on Highway 163. Paul Sisson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for megaplex

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First Known Use

1986, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of megaplex was in 1986

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“Megaplex.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/megaplex. Accessed 2 Feb. 2026.

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megaplex

noun
mega·​plex -ˌpleks How to pronounce megaplex (audio)
: a large multiplex typically housing 16 or more movie theaters

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