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bandstand

Longman Dictionary of Contemporary English 5++朗文当代英语 5++LDOCE 5++朗文 5++
Related topics: Music, Outdoor
band·stand /ˈbændstænd/ noun [countable]  APMDLOa structure in a park that has a roof but no walls and is used by a band playing music 〔公园里有顶篷的〕演奏台
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bandstandUnder a bandstand in a deserted park.Tinny music pulses from giant, rattling speakers set up on the bandstand.Overheada bright pinwheel of paper lanterns had been strung from the trees to the gold-leafed weathervane on the bandstand roof.On weekends he took her to the hardware store, or over to the park or the bandstand.But Jack turned to the bandstand, motioned for the music to continue.Creed walked towards the bandstand with only slightly less trepidation than before.That was it, that was the bandstand where he was supposed to meet Cally.Alongside is a fine recreation ground, with cycle and other tracks, bandstand, etc.
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bandstand
bandstand /ˈbændstænd/ noun [countable]
a structure in a park that has a roof but no walls and is used by a band playing music


band·standBrE /ˈbændstænd/ 🔊NAmE /ˈbændstænd/ 🔊 nouna covered platform outdoors, where musicians, especially a brass or military band, can stand and play (室外有篷的)乐队演奏台