matinee
noun
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Pronunciation: /ˈmætɪˌneɪ/
noun
Etymology: From French matinée.
- A showing of a movie, sporting event, or theatrical performance in the morning or afternoon.
“59 sneak in some red Smuggle a bottle of wine, two glasses, and a corkscrew into a long matinee. Red wine is rich in life-extending antioxidants, and the caper will add zest even to a bad movie.”
- A woman's dress to be worn in the morning or before dinner.
“Empire matinees in lingerie stuffs with trimmings of lace and embroidery are shown in great variety.”
verb
Etymology: From French matinée.
- To put on a matinee performance (of).