English Explanatory Dictionary

shadow play

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. An ancient form of storytelling and entertainment using opaque, often articulated figures in front of an illuminated backdrop to create the illusion of moving images.
  2. A play of this form.

Word forms

shadow play shadow plays shadowplay

Etymology

From shadow + play.

Synonyms

shadow puppetry
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