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Meaning of curtain-raiser

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

curtain-raiser

Pronunciation:

noun

Definitions

  1. In a theater, an initial play, musical performance, etc which precedes the main performance.

  2. (by extension) A prelude or introduction to an activity or thing.