n. | 1. | |
1. | A kind of song of a lively character, frequently embodying a satire on some person or event, sung to a familiar air in couplets with a refrain; a street song; a topical song. | |
2. | A theatrical piece, usually a comedy, the dialogue of which is intermingled with light or satirical songs, set to familiar airs. | |
3. | a variety show when performed live in a theater (see above); |
Noun | 1. | vaudeville - a variety show with songs and comic acts etc. Synonyms: music hall |