Phrase guide

light opera

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

noun

Meaning 1

Synonym of comic opera.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: countable, uncountable

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: comic opera

Antonyms: none provided

2

noun

Meaning 2

a short amusing opera

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: operetta

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: comic opera, opera bouffe, bouffe, opera comique

History

Etymology

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