1. a comic character in traditional Italian theater, typically wearing a mask and a costume of many colors in a diamond pattern
Usage: theatrical
2. a person who behaves like a clown or jester

1. having many bright colors in a diamond or checkered pattern

Examples

• The harlequin danced across the stage in his colorful diamond-patterned costume.
• She painted her face like a harlequin for the masquerade ball.
• The old theater featured traditional harlequin performances every weekend.
• His harlequin behavior at the party entertained all the guests.
• The harlequin pattern on the fabric caught everyone’s attention.
• The carnival performer wore a bright harlequin outfit.
• The harlequin design decorated the vintage playing cards.