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Clowning (Noun)

Meaning 1

A comic incident or series of incidents.

Classification

Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.

Examples

  • The group's clowning during the meeting provided some much-needed comic relief after a tense morning.
  • Their constant clowning in class was disrupting the learning environment, and the teacher had to intervene.
  • The slapstick comedy routine was full of clowning, with actors tripping over each other and causing chaos on stage.
  • After a few drinks, John started clowning around at the party, making everyone laugh with his silly impressions.
  • The YouTube video of the bumbling handyman's clowning went viral, entertaining millions with its hilarious mishaps.

Synonyms

  • Comedy
  • Funniness
  • Drollery

Hypernyms

  • Fun
  • Sport

Related Words

  • Clown (verb)

Meaning 2

Acting like a clown or buffoon.

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Synonyms

  • Japery
  • Prank
  • Buffoonery
  • Harlequinade
  • Frivolity

Hypernyms

  • Lunacy
  • Folly
  • Craziness
  • Tomfoolery
  • Indulgence

Hyponyms

  • Shtik
  • Shtick
  • Schtick

Related Words

  • Clown (verb)
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