kijkspel

Dutch

Etymology

Compound of kijken +‎ spel.

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /ˈkɛi̯k.spɛl/

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• Hyphenation: kijk‧spel

Noun

kijkspel n (plural kijkspelen or kijkspellen, diminutive kijkspelletje n)

1. (historical) A fairground attraction where people could watch exhibited object, often panoramas, viewing devices or curiosities.
2. (historical) A type of popular theatrical play, usually focused on providing alluring visual spectacles.