burlesque
US /bɝːˈlesk/
UK /bɝːˈlesk/
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滑稽模仿, 滑稽剧, 讽刺作品
an absurd or comically exaggerated imitation of something, especially in a literary or dramatic work; a parody
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The play was a burlesque of Shakespearean tragedy.
这部剧是莎士比亚悲剧的滑稽模仿。
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His speech was a burlesque of political rhetoric.
他的演讲是对政治修辞的滑稽模仿。
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滑稽歌舞表演, 脱衣舞表演
a variety show, typically including striptease
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She performed in a classic burlesque show.
她在一场经典的滑稽歌舞表演中演出。
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The theater hosts weekly burlesque nights.
剧院每周举办滑稽歌舞表演之夜。
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滑稽模仿, 嘲弄
to parody or mock something in a humorous or exaggerated way
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The comedian decided to burlesque the current political climate.
这位喜剧演员决定滑稽模仿当前的政治气候。
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They often burlesque classic literature in their performances.
他们经常在表演中滑稽模仿经典文学作品。