Associations to the word «Burlesque»

Wiktionary

BURLESQUE, adjective. Parodical; parodic
BURLESQUE, noun. A derisive art form that mocks by imitation; a parody.
BURLESQUE, noun. A variety adult entertainment show, usually including titillation such as striptease, most common from the 1880s to the 1930s.
BURLESQUE, noun. A ludicrous imitation; a caricature; a travesty; a gross perversion.
BURLESQUE, verb. To make a burlesque parody of
BURLESQUE, verb. To ridicule, or to make ludicrous by grotesque representation in action or in language.

Dictionary definition

BURLESQUE, noun. A theatrical entertainment of broad and earthy humor; consists of comic skits and short turns (and sometimes striptease).
BURLESQUE, noun. A composition that imitates or misrepresents somebody's style, usually in a humorous way.
BURLESQUE, verb. Make a parody of; "The students spoofed the teachers".
BURLESQUE, adjective. Relating to or characteristic of a burlesque; "burlesque theater".

Wise words

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