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mystery play
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mystery play
n.
A medieval drama based on scriptural events especially in the life of Jesus.
[From mystery.]
mystery play
n
(Performing Arts / Theatre) (in the Middle Ages) a type of drama based on the life of Christ Compare miracle play
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Noun1.mystery play - a medieval play representing episodes from the life of Christ
drama, dramatic play, play - a dramatic work intended for performance by actors on a stage; "he wrote several plays but only one was produced on Broadway"
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mystery play n → mistero
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