Carny (noun)

A person who works in a traveling carnival, typically performing or operating a game or ride.

Origin:

The word "carny" is a slang term derived from the word "carnival" and is often used to refer to people who work in carnivals.

Examples:

1. The carny running the ring toss game tried to scam the customers.
2. The carny who ran the ride got into a fight with a patron.
3. The carnies were setting up the rides and games in the fairgrounds.
4. The carny lifestyle is often seen as gritty and dangerous.
5. The carny workers often travel from town to town with the carnival.