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spectacle [′spek·tə·kəl] (zoology) A colored marking in the form of rings around the eyes, as in certain birds, reptiles, and mammals (as the raccoon). Spectacle Speed (See SWIFTNESS.) Aïda opera renowned for its scenic grandeur; sometimes played with on-stage elephants. [Ital. Opera: Verdi Aïda in Benét, 16] “greatest show on earth,” famed for outstanding displays. [Am. Culture: Collier’s, V, 110] Griffith’s monumental Civil War film. [Am. Cinema: Halliwell, 51] elaborate New York musical entertainment (1907–1931) with gorgeous settings and dancers. [Am. Theater: NCE, 3045] opulent musical show in Paris featuring dancers, rich costumes and scenery. [Fr. Theater: EB (1972 ed.), IX, 515] How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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The New World may have its disappointments in store for us, but it cannot possibly show us any spectacle so abject as the spectacle which we witnessed last night at my aunt's ball. The theater was full of people, enjoying the spectacle and laughing till they cried at the antics of the two Marionettes. The Spectacle has, indeed, an emotional attraction of its own, but, of all the parts, it is the least artistic, and connected least with the art of poetry. |
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