carnie

/ˈkɑrni/
noun
  1. A person who works at a carnival or fair, especially one who operates rides, games, or food stalls.
    • The carnie smiled as she handed the little boy a giant stuffed bear.
    • The carnie called out to passersby, inviting them to try the ring toss.
    • My uncle worked as a carnie for ten summers, traveling with the fair across the Midwest.
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