athenaeum

• Ein Athenäum ist eine Institution wie eine literarische oder wissenschaftliche Gesellschaft, die der Förderung von Bildung und Wissenschaft dient, oder ein Gebäude, in dem Bücher und Lesematerialien zur Verfügung stehen.

A noun referring to an institution, such as a literary or scientific association, established to promote learning, or a building where books and reading materials are available for study.

1. Literary or scientific societyC1formal

   An association or institution dedicated to the promotion of learning, literature, science, or the arts.

   Literarische oder wissenschaftliche Gesellschaft

   • He was invited to lecture at the local athenaeum.
   • The athenaeum hosted a series of talks on modern philosophy.
   • Members of the athenaeum gathered to discuss the latest scientific discoveries.

   Synonymeacademyinstitute

2. Library or reading roomC1formal

   A building or room containing a collection of books, periodicals, and other reading materials for public or member use.

   Bibliothek oder Lesesaal

   • She spent the afternoon reading in the quiet athenaeum.
   • The city's athenaeum holds rare manuscripts and first editions.
   • Students often study at the athenaeum because of its extensive reference collection.

   Synonymebibliothecalibraryreading room