Definition of
burlesque has definitions from the fields of performing arts,theater
1
[ noun ] (performing arts) a theatrical entertainment of broad and earthy humor; consists of comic skits and short turns (and sometimes striptease)

Related terms

show spoof

2
[ verb ] make a parody of

Synonyms

parody spoof

Examples

"The students spoofed the teachers"

Related terms

mock travesty parody parodist

3
[ adjective ] (theater) relating to or characteristic of a burlesque

Examples

"burlesque theater"

4
[ noun ] a composition that imitates somebody's style in a humorous way

Synonyms

parody sendup charade mockery takeoff travesty spoof pasquinade put-on lampoon

Related terms

caricature satirize spoof

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Rhymes with

desk grotesque romanesque kafkaesque statuesque

Phonetic and Homophones

B ER0 L EH1 S K

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Burleson Burleigh

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