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operetta
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[ˌɒpəˈrɛtə], (Noun)
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- a short opera, usually on a light or humorous theme and typically having spoken dialogue. Notable composers of operettas include Offenbach, Johan Strauss, Franz Lehár, and Gilbert and Sullivan
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mid 18th century: from Italian, diminutive of opera (see opera)
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