Coup de théâtre

noun

/ˌkuː.də.teɪˈɑː.tɹə/

Definitions

1.nounA sudden or unexpected event in a play, pulled off by the author, the director, or even an actor.

2.nounA theatrical trick or gesture, something staged for dramatic effect.

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