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Cabaret Definition & Meaning

cabaret
noun
  1. a spot that is open late at night and that provides entertainment (as singers or dancers) as well as dancing and food and drink; "don't expect a good meal at a cabaret"; "the gossip columnist got his information by visiting nightclubs every night"; "he played the drums at a jazz club"
  2. a series of acts at a night club

"Cabaret" in song lyrics

See how cabaret is used in real songs:

  • "I seen one in the cafe, one inside the cabaret"
    Aceyalone — The Grandfather Clock
  • "royal palace cabaret"
    AOL — AOL
  • "lido cabaret"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "cabaret"

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Frequently asked questions

What does cabaret mean?
a spot that is open late at night and that provides entertainment (as singers or dancers) as well as dancing and food and drink; "don't expect a good meal at a cabaret"; "the gossip columnist got his information by visiting nightclubs every night"; "he played the drums at a jazz club" a series of acts at a night club
What part of speech is cabaret?
Cabaret is a noun.
How many definitions does cabaret have?
Cabaret has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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