The area immediately next to a tennis, basketball, or other sports court where spectators or officials sit.
Compound of 'court' (from Old French 'cort,' meaning enclosed space) and 'side' (Old English 'side'). Became common in sports terminology in the 20th century.
Courtside seats at basketball games are among the most expensive in sports—not just because of the view, but because celebrities and VIPs sitting there become part of the entertainment!
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