noun
Meaning 1
The theatrical world.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: plural, plural-only, poetic
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Meaning relationships
Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
Phrase guide
sock and buskin
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noun
Meaning 2
The comedy and tragedy masks.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: metonymically, plural, plural-only
Topics: entertainment, lifestyle, theater
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Meaning relationships
Synonyms: comedy and tragedy, Thalia and Melpomene
Antonyms: none provided
History
Etymology
Named from two ancient symbols of comedy and tragedy. In ancient Greek theatre, actors in tragic roles wore a boot called a buskin, while those in comedic roles wore a thin-soled "sock" or soccus.
Across languages
Translations
1 source translations are retained for this English entry.
- French: socque et cothurne — footwear symbolizing comedy and tragedy