noun
- the art or practice of performing as a clown
- silly or foolish behavior intended to amuse others
Usage: informal
verb
- present participle of clown: acting like a clown or behaving in a silly way
Examples
- His clowning at the circus delighted the children.
- She studied clowning at a performing arts school.
- Stop clowning around and focus on your homework.
- The actor’s clowning brought laughter to the audience.
- His constant clowning in class disrupted the lesson.
- They were clowning for the camera during the photo shoot.
- Professional clowning requires skill and timing.