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follies.

plural of folly

7 characters2 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun
  1. plural of folly

    form-of · plural · plural-only
  2. A lavishly-produced theatrical revue characterized by major stars, huge casts, and opulent costumes and scenery.

    plural · plural-only · uncountable
    The most famous Broadway theatrical revues of all time were the Ziegfeld Follies.
Where this word comes from

From French folies.

verb
  1. third-person singular simple present indicative of folly

    form-of · indicative · present · singular · third-person
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