troupe
Troupe (noun) means a group of performers, such as actors, singers, or dancers, who work together. Example: “The touring troupe put on three shows a week across small towns.”
How to use troupe
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA traveling or organized group of performers.
Don't confuse with "troop," which refers to soldiers or a group of scouts, not performers.
Word forms
trouped past tense, troupes plural, Troupes plural, troupes singular
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The touring _____ put on three shows a week across small towns.
Etymology
A direct borrowing from French troupe, related to English "troop"; both ultimately share the idea of a gathered group.
Synonyms
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Rhymes for troupe
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What does “troupe” mean?
The word “troupe” means a group of performers, such as actors, singers, or dancers, who work together. In plain terms, a traveling or organized group of performers.
How do you pronounce “troupe”?
“Troupe” is pronounced troop (/tɹuːp/ in IPA).
How do you use “troupe” in a sentence?
Here is “troupe” used in a sentence: “The touring troupe put on three shows a week across small towns.”
What part of speech is “troupe”?
“Troupe” is a noun.
Where does the word “troupe” come from?
The word “troupe” comes from French. A direct borrowing from French troupe, related to English "troop"; both ultimately share the idea of a gathered group.
Is “troupe” a common word?
“Troupe” is an uncommon word in modern English.