Circus
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noun
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verb
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(As a noun)
Circus ( noun )
- An entertainment consisting of various acts, typically including acrobats, clowns, and trained animals, performed in a tent or an arena.
- A circular arena for sporting events or other performances.
- A situation that is chaotic or confusing.
Origin:
Late 16th century: from latin circus "circle", "circular building or arena for games or shows".
Examples:
- We took the children to the circus on Saturday.
- The circus performers were amazing.
- The circus was in town for one week only.
- The circus was a chaotic scene with animals and performers everywhere.
- The circus of politics is always entertaining.
(As a verb)
Circus ( verb )
- An entertainment consisting of various acts, typically including acrobats, clowns, and trained animals, performed in a tent or an arena.
- A circular arena for sporting events or other performances.
- A situation that is chaotic or confusing.
Origin:
Late 16th century: from latin circus "circle", "circular building or arena for games or shows".
Examples:
- We took the children to the circus on Saturday.
- The circus performers were amazing.
- The circus was in town for one week only.
- The circus was a chaotic scene with animals and performers everywhere.
- The circus of politics is always entertaining.