Vaudevillian Meaning in English
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Definition
A vaudevillian is a performer who acts in vaudeville, a type of theater show with a mix of music, comedy, and other acts, popular in the early 1900s.
Usage & Nuances
This word is historical and mostly refers to performers from the early 20th century. Rarely used in modern contexts except when talking about theater history or describing someone with an old-fashioned entertaining style.
Example Sentences
Charlie Chaplin was once a famous vaudevillian.
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The vaudevillian performed a comedy routine.
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A true vaudevillian can sing, dance, and tell jokes.
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My grandfather used to tell stories about his life as a vaudevillian.
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You’ve got a real vaudevillian flair for entertaining people!
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She dressed up like a vaudevillian for the theater party last night.
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