noun
- a large tent used for outdoor events such as parties or exhibitions
- a rooflike structure over the entrance to a theater, hotel, or other building, typically bearing the name of the establishment
- the sign on a theater displaying the name of the current show and its stars
adjective
- having top billing; being the featured attraction
Examples
- The wedding reception was held under a white marquee in the garden.
- The hotel’s elegant marquee displayed its name in gold letters.
- Her name appeared on the theater marquee for the first time.
- The marquee player signed a multi-million dollar contract.
- They set up a large marquee for the outdoor festival.
- The old cinema’s neon marquee lit up the street at night.
- He became the marquee attraction at the comedy club.