clownery

/ˈklaʊnəri/
noun
  1. Silly or foolish behavior, especially when done to make people laugh.
    • The circus clown's clownery included juggling and falling down on purpose.
    • The children's clownery was a welcome break from the boring lecture.
    • His constant clownery at work eventually got him into trouble with the boss.
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