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Chaplin
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Chap·lin  (chpln), Sir Charles Spencer Known as "Charlie." 1889-1977.
British-born actor, director, and producer who gained fame for his role as a tramp in baggy trousers and a bowler hat. His productions include The Kid (1921), The Gold Rush (1925), and City Lights (1931).

Chaplin [ˈtʃæplɪn]
n
(Biographies / Chaplin, Sir Charles Spencer (1889-1977) M, English, THEATRE: comedian, FILMS AND TV: actor, FILMS AND TV: director) Sir Charles Spencer, known as Charlie Chaplin. 1889-1977, English comedian, film actor, and director. He is renowned for his portrayal of a downtrodden little man with baggy trousers, bowler hat, and cane. His films, most of which were made in Hollywood, include The Gold Rush (1924), Modern Times (1936), and The Great Dictator (1940)
Chaplinesque  adj
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Noun1.Chaplin - English comedian and film makerChaplin - English comedian and film maker; portrayed a downtrodden little man in baggy pants and bowler hat (1889-1977)


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