Definition of striptease
: a burlesque act in which a performer removes clothing piece by piece
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While Skirt Club themes have ranged from chocolate to stripteases to Prohibition speakeasy with lots of flapper dresses, at this party, leather, latex, lace, leash rings and riding crops prevailed.
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The night of striptease performers features sexy dancing and a variety of cosplay.
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First Known Use of striptease
1931
STRIPTEASE Defined for English Language Learners
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playDefinition of striptease for English Language Learners
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: a performance in which someone removes clothing in a sexually exciting way
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