Meaning of cabaret in English

1. Pronunciation

   /ˈkæbəˌreɪ/

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1. Noun

   cabaret

   Etymology

   mid 17th century (denoting a French inn): from Old French, literally ‘wooden structure’, via Middle Dutch from Old Picard camberet‘little room’. Current senses date from the early 20th century

   Definitions

   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

   Examples

   • « don't expect a good meal at a cabaret »
   • « the gossip columnist got his information by visiting nightclubs every night »
   • « he p »
2. 2. a series of acts at a night club