Definition

A person who goes to watch plays or performances at a theater.

Example

As a dedicated playgoer, she attends every new show that opens in town.

Conversation

Are you going to the theater this weekend?

Definitely! I'm such a playgoer and I can't miss a good show.

What play are you planning to see?

I'm excited to see that new drama everyone's talking about.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Playgoer → It is formed from "play" (from Old English *plegian*, meaning to engage in activity or amusement) and "goer" (from Old English *gān*, meaning one who goes). A playgoer is someone who goes to engage in the activity of watching a play.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'goes' ('goer') to 'engage in activity' ('play') — that's what a playgoer does.

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