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Definition & Meaning of "circus"in English

Circus
01

a form of entertainment that typically involves skilled performers, animals, and various acts and attractions, often presented in a large tent or arena 

circus definition and meaning
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Composition
Simple
Countable
Plural form
circuses

What is a "circus"?

A circus is a type of show that features a variety of performances, often including acrobats, clowns, and trained animals. The performers usually do tricks and stunts that are meant to amaze and entertain the audience. Circuits are often held in big tents or special arenas and offer a mix of acts, such as juggling, tightrope walking, and magic.

02

a travelling company of entertainers; including trained animals 

03

a frenetic disorganized (and often comic) disturbance suggestive of a large public entertainment 

04

a genus of haws comprising the harriers 

05

an arena consisting of an oval or circular area enclosed by tiers of seats and usually covered by a tent 

06

(antiquity) an open-air stadium for chariot races and gladiatorial games 

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