clown

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Noun

clownSingular
clownsPlural
1

A comic entertainer, especially one in a circus, wearing a traditional costume and exaggerated makeup.

The children laughed at the clown's funny tricks at the circus.

2

A person who behaves in a silly or foolish way.

Stop acting like a clown and be serious.

Verb

1

To behave in a comical or playful way; to act foolishly.

Stop clowning around and get back to work.

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