clown
Translation
clown, fool, idiot
Examples
The clown made the children laugh.
The clown made the children laugh.
Stop acting like a clown!
Stop acting like a clown!
Grammar Patterns
((a clown)) a circus performer OR a foolish person Stop acting like a clown!
Similar Words
jester, comedian, fool
Etymology
Of uncertain origin, possibly from a Scandinavian source related to 'clumsy'.
Memory Tips
Picture a circus clown with a red nose and big shoes.