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Noun dramatis personae has 1 sense
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Definitions from the WebDramatis PersonaeNoun: 1. The characters or cast of a play, story, or novel. Sample sentence: The dramatis personae of the Shakespearean tragedy included Romeo, Juliet, Mercutio, and Tybalt. Latin Phrase: 2. In Latin, "dramatis personae" translates to "the persons of the drama". Sample sentence: A list of dramatis personae is often found at the beginning of a play script. Drama: 3. The term can also refer to a specific section in a dramatic work that introduces and describes the characters. Sample sentence: Act I, Scene I contains the dramatis personae of the play, providing insight into each character's traits and role. Local Usage: 4. In some regions, "dramatis personae" is used figuratively to refer to the prominent personalities or important individuals of a particular community. Sample sentence: The city's annual gala was attended by the dramatis personae of the local business sector. | ||||
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