Circus

/sˈɜːkəs/

/ˈsɝkəs/

Circus

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

a travelling company of entertainers; including trained animals

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

synonyms : carnival

a genus of haws comprising the harriers

synonyms : genus Circus

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

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

Examples

1. The daredevil performer, Max, shocked the audience by performing his entire circus act in his birthday suit.

2. The circus act was impressive and entertaining to watch.

3. Jason is convinced that he wants to join the circus, but I'm hoping we'll be able to talk some sense into him.

4. They circus folk?

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