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    Extravaganza (?), n. [Extravagance with an Italian ending: cf. It. stravaganza.]
    1. A composition, as in music, or in the drama, designed to produce effect by its wild irregularity; esp., a musical caricature.

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    2. An extravagant flight of sentiment or language.

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    3. a lavish or spectacular show or event, or presentation; as, “Disney staged an extravaganza in Central Park that drew many thousands”.

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