The term 'GROTESQUE BURLESQUE' is a combination of two words, 'GROTESQUE' and 'BURLESQUE'. GROTESQUE refers to something that is strange or bizarre, while BURLESQUE is a form of entertainment that combines comedy, music, and dance. The crossword solution for this term is 'TRAVESTY', which means a parody or imitation of something that is intended to be humorous. In the context of GROTESQUE BURLESQUE, it would refer to a comedic performance that parodies or imitates something strange or bizarre.