Another word for prelude would be an overture or opening of an opera.
Lorgnette is the alternative name for opera glasses
Loges is what they are called
Opera, the word, comes from Italy.
Playlet is a short dramatic piece.
amusing
Another word for prelude would be an overture or opening of an opera.
Humorous.
Amusing
Anecdote is an interesting or amusing story.
Amusing, gripping, enchanting, irresistible
most absurd, most amusing, or most ludicrous
an anecdote is a short and amusing or interesting story about a real incidentof person
Actually, the word 'opera' is NOT a plural of a different word. (As far as I know.)The plural of the word 'opera', is 'operas', as in:"Those operas we saw were very boring."
Lorgnette is the alternative name for opera glasses
There are numerous regional branches of Chinese opera, of which the Beijing 'Jingju' opera is one of the most notable.
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