Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

circus

noun

/ˈsɜːrkəs/

Definition

A circus is a traveling company of performers that may include acrobats, clowns, trained animals, trapeze artists, tightrope walkers, and other entertainment activities.

Examples

We went to the circus last weekend and saw amazing acrobats.
The clown made everyone laugh at the circus performance.
My favorite part of the circus was the trained elephants.

Meaning

The term ‘circus’ refers to a venue where various acts are performed under a large tent or in an arena, traditionally featuring a ring in the center where the main performances occur.