revue

noun

re·​vue ri-ˈvyü How to pronounce revue (audio)
: a theatrical production consisting typically of brief loosely connected often satirical skits, songs, and dances

Examples of revue in a Sentence

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Word History

Etymology

French, from Middle French reveue review — more at review

First Known Use

1872, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of revue was in 1872

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“Revue.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/revue. Accessed 20 Sep. 2024.

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revue

noun
re·​vue ri-ˈvyü How to pronounce revue (audio)
: a theatrical entertainment consisting usually of brief and often funny sketches and songs

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