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ˈdrop-scene
A term used loosely or incorrectly for drop or act-drop (drop n. 16); also for the final scene of a play or drama in real life, that on which the curtain drops.
1815tr. Paris Chit-Chat (1816) I. 191 In order to make a drop-scene. 1831Brewster Nat. Magic vi. (1833) 146 An impression very similar to that..produced by the drawing up of a drop scene in the theatre. 1849E. E. Napier Excurs. S. Africa II. 412 Such..was the drop-scene of his Excellency's memorable Campaign—the finale of his administration. 1880G. Meredith Trag. Com. (1881) 282 She was hoping that with Alvan's eruption the drop-scene would fall. |