Funnyman (noun)

1. A person who is known for making people laugh, typically through a career in comedy.
2. A person, usually a man, who is known for making people laugh, typically through a career in comedy, whether as a stand-up comedian, a comedic actor, or a comedic writer.

Origin:

Funny + man.

Examples:

1. He became a famous funnyman with his stand-up comedy act.
2. The funnyman was a regular on the late-night talk show circuit.
3. The funnyman was always the life of the party.
4. He became a professional funnyman.
5. The funnyman's jokes were always well received.