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.
Synonyms
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Less common
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How to use cabaret
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Etymology
Borrowed from French cabaret, originally meaning a small tavern or inn.
Full origin of cabaret →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.