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Moulin Rouge

American

[moo-lan roozh] / mu lɛ̃ ˈruʒ /

noun

a dance hall in the Montmartre section of Paris, France, opened in 1889 and famous for its cancan dancers and the drawings of its performers and customers made there by Toulouse-Lautrec.

Etymology

Origin of Moulin Rouge

< French: literally, red mill

Example Sentences

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“Megan is incredibly grateful for the prayers and well-wishes from her supporters,” her representative said in a statement, “and is looking forward to resuming her role as Zidler on Moulin Rouge on Thursday.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

The Scottish actor, who has starred in Trainspotting and Moulin Rouge, is set to star in My Master Builder in London's West End between April and July next year.

From BBC • Dec. 2, 2024

The Moulin Rouge actress was presented with the prestigious award by Meryl Streep in Hollywood.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2024

The Moulin Rouge, which marks its 135th anniversary in October, primarily attracts tourists today.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 25, 2024

He would like to say he had been to the Moulin Rouge.

From Of Human Bondage by Maugham, W. Somerset (William Somerset)

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