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raree-show

noun rar·ee-show \ ˈrer-ē-ˌshō \

Definition of raree-show

: a small display or scene viewed in a box : peep show; broadly : an unusual or amazing show or spectacle

Origin and Etymology of raree-show

alteration of rare show

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