ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Cothurn

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈkɒθə(ɹ)n/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Cothurn is a noun meaning A buskin anciently worn by tragic actors on the stage.

Meaning

A buskin anciently worn by tragic actors on the stage.

Example Sentences

The moment had arrived when it was thought that the mask and the cothurn might again be assumed with effect.

Word Forms

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include cothurnus, kothornos, cothe, cockup, crotalum, coggery.

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