burlesque

  1. Adjective.  parodical.
  2. Noun.  A derisive art form that mocks by imitation; a parody.
  3. Noun.  A variety adult entertainment show, usually including titillation such as striptease, most common from the 1880s to the 1930s.
  4. Verb.  To make a burlesque parody of.

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