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Pepper's ghost
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English
Etymology
Named after John Henry Pepper, who attempted to popularize the effect.
Noun
An illusionary technique used in theatres, at funfairs, etc. that uses a plate glass and special lighting techniques to make objects seem to appear or disappear.
Translations
an illusionary technique used to make objects appear or disappear
Portuguese: pt fantasma de Pepper m
Anagrams
en eeghoppprsst ghost peppers
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