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Meaning of stage whisper

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

stage whisper

Pronunciation:/ˈsteɪdʒ ˈwɪs.pə//ˈsteɪdʒ ˈwɪs.pɚ/

noun

Definitions

  1. A line that is performed on stage as if it were whispered, but is spoken loud enough that the audience can hear.

  2. (by extension) Any loud whisper intended to be heard.

verb

Definitions

  1. To perform a stage whisper.

    Example: There is some evidence to suggest that in whispered speech, particularly stage whispered speech, the larynx is raised appreciably.