revue
Americannoun
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a form of theatrical entertainment in which recent events, popular fads, etc., are parodied.
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any entertainment featuring skits, dances, and songs.
noun
Other Word Forms
- revuist noun
Etymology
Origin of revue
First recorded in 1870–75; from French: literally, “seen again”; review
Example Sentences
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In 1921, hoteliers in Atlantic City subverted that idea by creating their own revue of “bathing beauties,” held the week after Labor Day as a way to extend the summer season.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 10, 2025
But the closing of her beloved revue is coming at the worst possible moment for Shelly as she stares down the end of her fifties.
From Salon • Jan. 8, 2025
At 21, she starred in Sillman’s musical comedy revue “New Faces of 1956” on Broadway and soon was a rising star.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 27, 2024
She stood out among the cast of unknowns and, on her return to London, was offered a six month stint in the revue Share My Lettuce opposite Kenneth Williams.
From BBC • Sep. 27, 2024
The revue was to be followed by ten minutes of military maneuvers, a different drill to be given each night.
From Marjorie Dean High School Senior by Chase, Josephine
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