miracle play


noun
  1. a medieval dramatic form dealing with religious subjects such as Biblical stories or saints' lives, usually presented in a series or cycle by the craft guilds.

Origin of miracle play

1
First recorded in 1850–55

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miracle play

noun
  1. a medieval play based on a biblical story or the life of a saint: Compare mystery play

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