Gracie
Definition
Proper noun A stage name, specifically referring to Gracie Allen, an American comedienne and actress. She was famous as the comedic partner in the comedy duo "Burns and Allen" with her husband, George Burns. Her persona was characterized as delightfully illogical, scatterbrained, yet charmingly unflappable.
Usage
This word is used almost exclusively as a proper noun to refer to the historical entertainer Gracie Allen. * The classic comedy routine relied on Gracie's perfectly timed confusion. * Gracie Allen's "illogical logic" became her signature comedic style.
Advanced Usage
- The name can be used attributively to describe a style of comedy or a personality trait reminiscent of her character.
- She has a wonderful Gracie-like quality, making absurd statements with total sincerity.
Variants and Related Words
- Gracie Allen: The full stage name.
- Burns and Allen: The name of the comedy duo consisting of George Burns and Gracie Allen.
Synonyms
- Comedienne
- Comedy partner
- (Historical/contextual reference) The "Dizzy Dame" of vaudeville and early television.
Noun
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United States comedienne remembered as the confused but imperturbable partner of her husband, George Burns (1906-1964)
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