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cabaret

6 synonyms and 0 antonyms for cabaret, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Noun — Live entertainment performed in a restaurant or club, typically featuring music, song, and dance.

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nightspot floorshow night club floor show

How to use cabaret

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a cabaret show cabaret singer

Etymology

Borrowed from French cabaret, originally meaning a small tavern or inn.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “cabaret” mean?

The word “cabaret” means live entertainment performed in a restaurant or club, typically featuring music, song, and dance. In plain terms, a style of live nightclub entertainment mixing music and performance, or the venue that hosts it.

How do you pronounce “cabaret”?

“Cabaret” is pronounced ka-buh-RAY (/kæbəˈɹeɪ/ in IPA).

How do you use “cabaret” in a sentence?

Here is “cabaret” used in a sentence: “They watched a cabaret show over dinner in Paris.”

What part of speech is “cabaret”?

“Cabaret” is a noun.

Where does the word “cabaret” come from?

The word “cabaret” comes from French. Borrowed from French cabaret, originally meaning a small tavern or inn.

Is “cabaret” a common word?

“Cabaret” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “cabaret” have?

“Cabaret” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: live entertainment performed in a restaurant or club, typically featuring music, song, and dance.

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