party clown

Hired birthday performer

A party clown is an entertainer who dresses in colorful costume, exaggerated makeup, and oversized shoes to amuse children at birthday parties and similar events.

The job typically involves balloon animals, magic tricks, and slapstick comedy.

Figuratively, someone acting foolish or attention-seeking may be dismissed as a party clown: Stop being a party clown and take this seriously.

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juggling · face paint · red nose · wig · honk · rubber chicken · silly · costume · entertainer · squirting flower · oversized shoes · big shoes · laughter · children · confetti · tricks · colorful · harlequin

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G