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A theatrical exhibition; a spectacle.

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  1. n. A theatrical exhibition; a spectacle.
  2. n. An elaborate exhibition devised for the entertainmeut of a distinguished personage, or of the public; a show, spectacle, or display.
  3. a. Of the nature of a pageant; spectacular.
  4. v. t. To exhibit in show; to represent; to mimic.
  5. n. an elaborate representation of scenes from history etc.; usually involves a parade with rich costumes
  6. n. a rich and spectacular ceremony
  7. Of the nature of a pageant; spectacular. "Pageant pomp."Dryden.
  8. n:100 n. an elaborate representation of scenes from history etc; usually involves a parade with rich costumes n. a rich and spectacular ceremony