What is another word for coulisse?

Pronunciation: [kˈuːlɪs] (IPA)

Coulisse is a French word that translates to 'wing' or 'side scene,' and has a very specific meaning in theatre. It refers to the sides of the stage where scenery is hidden when not in use, and where actors often wait before entering or exiting the stage. Synonyms for coulisse could include 'backstage area,' 'side stage,' or 'stage wings,' all of which refer to areas outside of the primary stage area. Other related terms include 'flyspace' and 'backdrop setting,' which describe the area above and behind the primary stage where scenery is hung and stored. While coulisse is a specific term used in French and other European theatre traditions, it is a concept familiar to theatre practitioners worldwide.

Synonyms for Coulisse:

What are the hypernyms for Coulisse?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Coulisse?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for coulisse (as nouns)

Usage examples for Coulisse

From the powerful draught of air, which, coming from behind the scenes, may well be termed vent de coulisse, the room is as cold as the season.
"Paris As It Was and As It Is"
Francis W. Blagdon
Mir ist, wenn ich ihn lese, Theater, Acteur, coulisse verschwunden!
"An anthology of German literature"
Calvin Thomas
The coulisse and the dressing-rooms were packed by the critics and the author's friends, beside themselves with delight.
"The Ways of Men"
Eliot Gregory

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