Cabaret
/ˈkæbəreɪ/
nounBeginnerCommonGeneral
Meaning
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A theatrical entertainment featuring singers, dancers, comedians, and other performers, often with a variety of acts.
/ˈkæbəreɪ/
nounneutralBeginner
General
A type of entertainment venue
The cabaret featured dazzling costumes and impressive choreography.
💡 Simply: A show with singing, dancing, and comedy.
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The Parisian cabaret is renowned worldwide for its high caliber of talent.
How It's Used
Entertainment
"We spent a delightful evening at the cabaret."
From French, ultimately from Italian *cabareta* ('tavern'), from Vulgar Latin *caballare* ('to ride a horse'). Initially referred to a tavern or wine shop; the modern meaning developed in the 19th century.
The word's meaning evolved from a simple tavern to its modern entertainment connotation over several centuries.
Memory tip
Think of 'cab' (a small room) and 'retreat' (a place to go for entertainment).
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