revue
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Noun — A light theatrical show made up of comic sketches, songs, and dances, often satirizing current events.
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Etymology
Borrowed from French revue, literally "review" — a doublet of the English word "review", which it later replaced in this theatrical sense.
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What does “revue” mean?
The word “revue” means a light theatrical show made up of comic sketches, songs, and dances, often satirizing current events. In plain terms, a variety show of sketches, songs, and satire.
How do you pronounce “revue”?
“Revue” is pronounced ruh-VYOO (/ɹəˈvjuː/ in IPA).
How do you use “revue” in a sentence?
Here is “revue” used in a sentence: “The students put on a revue poking fun at campus life.”
What part of speech is “revue”?
“Revue” is a noun.
Where does the word “revue” come from?
The word “revue” comes from French. Borrowed from French revue, literally "review" — a doublet of the English word "review", which it later replaced in this theatrical sense.
Is “revue” a common word?
“Revue” is an uncommon word in modern English.
