lion tamer
Big cat handler
A lion tamer is a circus performer who works with lions, typically entering a cage to direct them through tricks using whips, chairs, or other props.
The role represents a classic image of danger and showmanship: The lion tamer cracked his whip as the big cats circled.
Figuratively, someone who manages difficult people or situations might be called a lion tamer.
- roarLoud, deep animal cry
- whipStrikes or aerates
- crack the whipAssert stern authority
- trainerOne who conditions others
- cageBarred confinement structure
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- trainerspersonal trainer, fitness trainer, coach, athletic trainer, instructor
- circuscircus, big top, clown, clowns, ringmaster
- animal workersveterinarian, vet, animal trainer, pet groomer, zookeeper
- circus termstrapeze artist, big top, juggler, tightrope walker, strongman
- circus workersacrobat, clown, ringmaster, trapeze artist, juggler
- daredevilsbase jumper, stuntwoman, stuntman, cliff diver, stunt driver
lion tamerringmaster
Circus performance director
spectator · ticket taker · roustabout · usher · clown
lion tamerdesk jockey
Sedentary office worker
office worker · accountant · coward · librarian · desk clerk
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