a British comedy play (1892) by Brandon Thomas (1856–1914) which is still often performed, especially by amateur actors. It is about a man who pretends to be his friend’s rich aunt from Brazil. Amusing and ridiculous things happen when the real aunt arrives.
CHARLEY’S AUNT
Meaning of CHARLEY’S AUNT in English
Oxford guide to British and American culture English vocabulary. Руководство по британской и американской культуре, Оксфордский английский словарь. 2005