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burlesques

/bɜːrlɛsks/ /bɜːrˌlɛsks/

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noun

Burlescas, parodias

A derisive art form that mocks by imitation; a parody.

Examples :

"The student newspaper published a series of burlesques of the teachers, exaggerating their quirks for comedic effect. "

El periódico estudiantil publicó una serie de burlescas de los profesores, exagerando sus peculiaridades para un efecto cómico.

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noun

Burlesque, espectáculo de variedades

A variety adult entertainment show, usually including titillation such as striptease, most common from the 1880s to the 1930s.

Examples :

"My grandmother told stories about attending lively burlesques in the 1920s, shows filled with music, comedy, and suggestive dancing. "

Mi abuela contaba historias sobre su asistencia a animados espectáculos de burlesque en la década de 1920, espectáculos llenos de música, comedia y bailes sugerentes.

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noun

Burla, parodia

A ludicrous imitation; a caricature; a travesty; a gross perversion.

Examples :

"The student's presentation, meant to be a serious analysis of the poem, unintentionally burlesques the poet's intended meaning with its exaggerated delivery and absurd interpretations. "

La presentación del estudiante, que pretendía ser un análisis serio del poema, parodia involuntariamente el significado previsto del poeta con su entrega exagerada e interpretaciones absurdas.

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