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thespian

2 ENTRIES FOUND:
  1. 1) thespian (adjective)
  2. 2) thespian (noun)

1thes·pi·an

adj \ˈthes-pē-ən\

Definition of THESPIAN

1
capitalized : of or relating to Thespis
2
often capitalized [from the tradition that Thespis was the originator of the actor's role] : relating to the drama : dramatic

First Known Use of THESPIAN

1567

Other Performing Arts Terms

diva, dramaturgy, loge, prestidigitation, proscenium, supernumerary, zany

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