Burlesque Definition & Meaning
burlesque
- adjective
- relating to or characteristic of a burlesque; "burlesque theater"
- noun
- a theatrical entertainment of broad and earthy humor; consists of comic skits and short turns (and sometimes striptease)
- a composition that imitates or misrepresents somebody's style, usually in a humorous way
- verb
- make a parody of; "The students spoofed the teachers"
"Burlesque" in song lyrics
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"top banana jokes from old time burlesque"
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"blue humor jokes in burlesque"
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"monday night burlesque"
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Words that rhyme with burlesque
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does burlesque mean?
- relating to or characteristic of a burlesque; "burlesque theater" a theatrical entertainment of broad and earthy humor; consists of comic skits and short turns (and sometimes striptease) a composition that imitates or misrepresents somebody's style, usually in a humorous way make a parody of; "The students spoofed the teachers"
- What part of speech is burlesque?
- Burlesque is an adjective, a noun, and a verb.
- How many definitions does burlesque have?
- Burlesque has 4 definitions across 3 parts of speech (adjective, noun, verb).