Meaning of burlesque in English

1. Pronunciation

   /ˌbərˈlɛsk/

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1. Verb

   burlesque

   Definitions

   1. make a parody of

   Examples

   • « The students spoofed the teachers »

2. Noun

   burlesque

   Etymology

   mid 17th century: from French, from Italian burlesco, from burla‘mockery’, of unknown origin

   Definitions

   1. a theatrical entertainment of broad and earthy humor

   Examples

   • « consists of comic skits and short turns (and sometimes striptease) »
3. 2. a composition that imitates somebody's style in a humorous way

4. Qualitative Adjective

   burlesque

   Definitions

   1. relating to or characteristic of a burlesque

   Examples

   • « burlesque theater »