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Kabuki

2 stages from Japanese to English.

Today it means a traditional Japanese theater form known for its stylized drama and elaborate costume
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Stage 1 of 2
kabuki
Japanese · 1600s
"a traditional Japanese theater form"
a stylized traditional theater form combining dance, music, and elaborate costume
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Stage 2 of 2
kabuki
English · 1900s
"a stylized traditional Japanese theater form"
adopted directly as Japanese theater became known abroad
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