Definition of Harlequin

a jester, usually dressing in white and black, that behaves in a silly way and makes people laugh

Examples of Harlequin in a sentence

The harlequin entertained the king’s table with his silent but interesting magical and comedy acts.  🔊

Each harlequin dressed in a black and white checkered costume and juggled in the street for coins.  🔊

The joker was offended that the new harlequin could make the audience laugh with his pantomime show.  🔊

Son of the court jester, the harlequin hoped to follow in his father’s footsteps and present a pantomime act that would impress the king.  🔊

Drama and jokes were both part of the performance that the silly harlequin used to keep guests laughing during dinner.  🔊

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