Meaning Of The Word Cothurnus

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cothurnus in American English
a high, thick-soled boot or buskin worn by actors in ancient Greek and Roman tragedies
noun: a grave and elevated style of acting; tragic acting; tragedy

cothurnus in British English
noun: the buskin worn in ancient Greek tragedy

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