marquee

/mɑrˈki/
adjective
  1. Designating a leading or star performer, or something that is a major attraction.
    • The film festival's marquee event was the premiere of the director's latest movie.
    • The band hired a marquee singer to headline their tour.
    • She was the marquee player on the basketball team, scoring the most points.
Synonyms
noun
  1. A large tent used for outdoor events such as parties, weddings, or exhibitions.
    • They rented a marquee for the school's annual fundraising fair.
    • The wedding reception was held under a beautiful white marquee in the garden.
    • A huge marquee was set up on the field for the music festival.
  2. A canopy or sign over the entrance of a theater, hotel, or other building, often displaying the name or show details.
    • We waited under the hotel marquee for the rain to stop.
    • The theater's marquee announced the opening night of the new play.
    • The bright lights of the movie marquee attracted a crowd of passersby.
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