"minispectacle" meaning in All languages combined

See minispectacle on Wiktionary

Noun [English]

Forms: minispectacles [plural]
Etymology: From mini- + spectacle. Etymology templates: {{prefix|en|mini|spectacle}} mini- + spectacle Head templates: {{en-noun}} minispectacle (plural minispectacles)
  1. A minor, small-scale spectacle (impressive event).

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