harlequin
Translation
jester, clown, buffoon
Examples
The harlequin wore a colourful, patterned costume.
The harlequin wore a colorful, patterned costume.
The vase has a harlequin pattern.
The vase has a harlequin pattern.
Grammar Patterns
a harlequin The harlequin wore a colorful costume.
Similar Words
Synonyms: jester, clown, buffoon
Etymology
From Old French 'Herlequin', the name of a devilish character in passion plays. Later associated with the Italian Commedia dell'arte character Arlecchino.
Memory Tips
Picture the famous comic book character Harley Quinn, whose name is a play on 'harlequin' and who often wears a jester-like costume.