scene
UK: siːn | US: siːn
n. a subdivision of an act in a play or performance
n. the place where an incident occurs
n. a view or landscape
n. a public display of emotion or behavior
The word "scene" originates from the Greek skēnē, meaning "tent" or "stage." In ancient Greek theater, the skēnē was a building behind the stage used for costume changes and as a backdrop. Over time, the term evolved in Latin (scaena) and Old French (scène) to refer specifically to the theatrical stage. By the 16th century, English adopted it to denote both the physical setting of a play and, metaphorically, any striking or dramatic situation. The silent "e" in modern spelling reflects its French influence.
The final scene of the movie left the audience in tears.
Police arrived at the scene of the accident within minutes.
The painting captures a serene rural scene.
She made a scene when her order was wrong at the restaurant.
The director rehearsed the battle scene repeatedly.