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Word: Operetta
Speech Type: Noun
Etymology:
mid 18th century: from Italian, diminutive of opera (see opera)
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
ˌɒpəˈrɛtə
Dialects: British English
Definition:
a short opera, usually on a light or humorous theme and typically having spoken dialogue. Notable composers of operettas include Offenbach, Johan Strauss, Franz Lehár, and Gilbert and Sullivan.
Short Definition:short opera, usually on light or humorous theme
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