Grand Guignol
a short drama stressing horror and sensationalism.
of, relating to, or resembling such a drama.
Origin of Grand Guignol
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How to use Grand Guignol in a sentence
Amanda lives, as every Norma Desmond must, in an ominous Grand Guignol mansion.
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British Dictionary definitions for Grand Guignol
/ French (ɡrɑ̃ ɡiɲɔl) /
a brief sensational play intended to horrify
(modifier) of, relating to, or like plays of this kind
Origin of Grand Guignol
1Collins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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