Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • Sid Caesar: An American comedian and actor, recognized as a pioneering figure in early television comedy. He is best known for creating and starring in influential live sketch comedy series during the 1950s.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • Sid Caesar was a master of physical comedy and improvisation.
  • Many famous writers, like Mel Brooks and Woody Allen, wrote for Sid Caesar's television programs.

Advanced Usage

• "a Sid Caesar-style sketch": Referring to a type of fast-paced, character-driven comedy sketch reminiscent of those performed on his shows.
  • The new show features a Sid Caesar-style sketch about the frustrations of modern technology.

Variants and Related Words

• Caesaresque (adj, rare): Characteristic of or resembling the comedic style of Sid Caesar.
  • The performer's Caesaresque timing brought the house down.

Synonyms

• Comedian: A professional entertainer who amuses an audience.
• TV pioneer: An innovator in the early development of television programming.

Related Phrases

• "Your Show of Shows": The title of Sid Caesar's landmark television program (1950-1954).
  • The sketches on "Your Show of Shows" set a high standard for television comedy.

Related Idioms

• "A writer's room alum of Caesar": Refers to someone who gained early career experience writing for Sid Caesar's shows, which were known as a training ground for great comedic talent.
  • He's a true comedy legend, a writer's room alum of Caesar before creating his own hit series.

Noun

1. United States comedian who pioneered comedy television shows (born 1922)