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dramedy
(dra¦medy)
Pronunciation:
/ˈdrɑːmɪdi/
noun
(
plural
dramedies
)
a television programme or film in which the comic elements derive mainly from character and plot development.
Origin:
early 20th century
: blend of
drama
and
comedy
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