spektakel

Definitions of spektakel
  1. noun
    an elaborate and remarkable display on a lavish scale
    synonyms: kijkspel, schouwspel, tableau, tafereel, toneel, toneeltje
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    types:
    stieregevecht
    a Spanish or Portuguese or Latin American spectacle; a matador baits and (usually) kills a bull in an arena before many spectators
  2. noun
    a boisterous comedy with chases and collisions and practical jokes
    synonyms: gooi-en-smijt-film, gooi-en-smijt-werk, gooi-en-smijtfilm, gooi-en-smijtwerk, slap-stick, slapstick
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    type of:
    blijspel, komedie, lachfilm
    light and humorous drama with a happy ending
  3. noun
    acoustic device consisting of two paddles hinged together; used by an actor to make a loud noise without inflicting injury when striking someone
    synonyms: gooi-en-smijt-film, gooi-en-smijt-werk, gooi-en-smijtfilm, gooi-en-smijtwerk, slap-stick, slapstick
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