Noun: ecdysiast ek'di-zee,ast
Usage: informal
Usage: informal
- A performer who provides erotic entertainment by undressing to music
"The burlesque show featured several renowned ecdysiasts";
- stripper, striptease artist, striptease, stripteaser, exotic dancer, peeler
Derived forms: ecdysiasts
Type of: performer, performing artist
Encyclopedia: Ecdysiast