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great white way

/ɡreɪt waɪt weɪ/

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/ɡreɪt waɪt weɪ/informalamericanartobsolete
  • ruИсторическое прозвище театрального района Бродвея в Нью-Йорке, относящееся к ярким белым электрическим огням, освещавшим эту местность в начале XX века. В настоящее время этот термин редко используется в современном разговоре.

A historical nickname for the Broadway theater district in New York City, referring to the bright white electric lights that illuminated the area in the early 20th century. The term is now rarely used in modern conversation.

  1. C1formalamerican

    A nickname for the Broadway theater district in New York City, especially the brightly lit section of Broadway.

    ruБродвейский театральный район

    • The Great White Way is famous for its dazzling lights and world-class shows.
    • Many tourists visit the Great White Way to see a musical.
    • The theaters along the Great White Way attract millions of visitors each year.