To make a burlesque parody of.
To ridicule, or to make ludicrous by grotesque representation in action or in language.
A ludicrous imitation; a caricature; a travesty; a gross perversion.
A derisive art form that mocks by imitation; a parody.
A variety adult entertainment show, usually including titillation such as striptease, most common from the 1880s to the 1930s.
To portray someone to advantage.
To compliment someone, often (but not necessarily) insincerely and sometimes to win favour.
To enhance someone's vanity by praising them.
To encourage or cheer someone with (usually false) hope.
Someone who flattens, purposely or accidently. Also flattener.
Someone who lives in a rented flat.
A type of set tool used by blacksmiths.
A flat-faced fulling hammer.
A drawplate with a narrow, rectangular orifice, for drawing flat strips such as watch springs.