Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
entracte
noun
/ˈɛn.trækt/
Definition
A short break or intermission in a theatrical performance.
Examples
- During the entracte, the audience chatted about the first act.
- They served refreshments during the entracte between the two halves of the show.
Meaning
Entracte refers to the time during a performance when the audience takes a brief pause. It often occurs between acts in a play or opera.
Synonyms
- intermission
- break
- pause
