jester
/ˈdʒɛstər/
noun
- A person who entertained a king or noble court by telling jokes, doing tricks, and making people laugh, often wearing a colorful costume and a hat with bells.
- The museum had a costume exhibit featuring a traditional jester's outfit with bells.
- The jester performed a silly dance that made the entire court laugh.
- In medieval times, a jester was one of the few people who could speak freely to the king.
- A person who often jokes or acts playfully; a clown or comedian.
- At the party, Mark was the jester, keeping everyone entertained with his funny stories.
- The office jester organized a hilarious skit for the holiday celebration.
- She played the role of the class jester, always making her friends smile.