colombina

ko̞l.u̯ɐmˈbiː.nɐ

Definitions

1. noun

a type of female stock character in commedia dell’arte, often depicted as a young woman or a servant, and known for her wit and cunning.

“The actress played a charming colombina in the commedia dell’arte production.”

Synonyms

  • commedia dell'arte player
  • stock character

Antonyms

  • leading lady