buffoon — a person who amuses others by ridiculous behavior; a clown or jester
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a person who amuses others by ridiculous behavior; a clown or jester
Pronunciation (IPA): /bəˈfuːn/
Example Sentences
- Stop acting like a buffoon at the wedding!
- The CEO turned into a complete buffoon during the company party.
- He was known as the office buffoon for his ridiculous pranks.
buffoon
NOUN[/bəˈfuːn/]
a person who amuses others by ridiculous behavior; a clown or jester
Buff fool tumbles — what a buffoon!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From 16th-century French 'bouffon', originally referring to professional court jesters who entertained royalty. The word traces back to Italian 'buffare' meaning 'to puff out the cheeks', describing the exaggerated facial expressions used to make people laugh.
Breakdown
buff- (from Italian 'buffare' meaning to puff out cheeks) + -oon (French suffix for a person who does something)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“Stop acting like a buffoon at the wedding!”
“The CEO turned into a complete buffoon during the company party.”
“He was known as the office buffoon for his ridiculous pranks.”
“The politician's behavior made him look like a buffoon on national television.”
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