Definition of dram

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Dram (n.) As much spirituous liquor as is usually drunk at once; as, a dram of brandy; hence, a potation or potion; as, a dram of poison..

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Theatre :: Theatre (n.) An edifice in which dramatic performances or spectacles are exhibited for the amusement of spectators; anciently uncovered, except the stage, but in modern times roofed..
Farce :: Farce (v. t.) A low style of comedy; a dramatic composition marked by low humor, generally written with little regard to regularity or method, and abounding with ludicrous incidents and expressions..
Cantata :: Cantata (n.) A poem set to music; a musical composition comprising choruses, solos, interludes, etc., arranged in a somewhat dramatic manner; originally, a composition for a single noise, consisting of both recitative and melody..
Entr''acte :: Entr'acte (n.) The interval of time which occurs between the performance of any two acts of a drama.
Dramatizing :: Dramatizing (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Dramatiz.
Buskin :: Buskin (n.) A similar covering for the foot and leg, made with very thick soles, to give an appearance of elevation to the stature; -- worn by tragic actors in ancient Greece and Rome. Used as a symbol of tragedy, or the tragic drama, as distinguished from comedy..
Playgoer :: Playgoer (n.) One who frequents playhouses, or attends dramatic performances..
Dramatize :: Dramatize (v. t.) To compose in the form of the drama; to represent in a drama; to adapt to dramatic representation; as, to dramatize a novel, or an historical episode..
Player :: Player (n.) A dramatic actor.
Tippling-house :: Tippling-house (n.) A house in which liquors are sold in drams or small quantities, to be drunk on the premises..
Dramatist :: Dramatist (n.) The author of a dramatic composition; a writer of plays.
Playbook :: Playbook (n.) A book of dramatic compositions; a book of the play.
Revival :: Revival (n.) Renewed performance of, or interest in, something, as the drama and literature..
Denouement :: Denouement (n.) The unraveling or discovery of a plot; the catastrophe, especially of a drama or a romance..
Playhouse :: Playhouse (n.) A building used for dramatic exhibitions; a theater.
Dram :: Dram (n.) A Persian daric.
Dramatical :: Dramatical (a.) Of or pertaining to the drama; appropriate to, or having the qualities of, a drama; theatrical; vivid..
Prologue :: Prologue (n.) The preface or introduction to a discourse, poem, or performance; as, the prologue of Chaucer's Canterbury Tales; esp., a discourse or poem spoken before a dramatic performance.
Play :: Play (n.) A dramatic composition; a comedy or tragedy; a composition in which characters are represented by dialogue and action.
Theatricals :: Theatricals (n. pl.) Dramatic performances; especially, those produced by amateurs..
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