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BURLESQUE

(adj., noun, verb)

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There are 4 meanings of the word Burlesque.

How to pronounce burlesque:

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Burlesque - as an adjective

Relating to or characteristic of a burlesque

Example: "Burlesque theater"

Burlesque - as a 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

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
lampoon11mockery18parody12pasquinade22put-onsend-upsendup9spoof10takeoff17travesty14

Burlesque - as a verb

Make a parody of

Example: "The students spoofed the teachers"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
parody12spoof10
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
mock12
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"I went to see a burlesque show last night."
"She performed a burlesque routine at the party."
"The burlesque dancer entertained the audience with her sensual moves."
"The burlesque performance was a delightful mix of comedy and seduction."
"He attended a burlesque festival in Las Vegas."
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Word Game Points

Is BURLESQUE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, burlesque is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

BURLESQUE has a SCRABBLE points total of 20.

Is BURLESQUE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, burlesque is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
BURLESQUE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 24.

Is BURLESQUE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, burlesque is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
BURLESQUE has a WORDFEUD points total of 23.

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