Harlequin (Noun)
Meaning
A clown or buffoon (after the Harlequin character in the commedia dell'arte).
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The children loved the antics of the harlequin at the birthday party.
- He was a harlequin on the stage, tripping over his own feet and causing the audience to erupt in laughter.
- With his bright red nose and colorful wig, the actor played the part of a classic harlequin in the comedy show.
- The juggler's physical comedy was reminiscent of a traditional harlequin, with exaggerated gestures and mishaps.
- As the ringmaster, he served as a harlequin of sorts, cracking jokes and making light of the real circus performances.