comedian
Americannoun
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a professional entertainer who amuses by relating anecdotes, acting out comical situations, engaging in humorous repartee, etc.
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an actor in comedy.
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a writer of comedy.
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any comical or amusing person.
noun
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an entertainer who specializes in jokes, comic skits, etc
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an actor in comedy
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an amusing or entertaining person: sometimes used ironically
Etymology
Origin of comedian
Example Sentences
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It is curated to not only expose comedians to studios like Netflix, HBO and Comedy Central, but to help their professional development through educational panels open to the public for free.
From Los Angeles Times
BBC show The Repair Shop scrapped a segment that was set to feature a joke book belonging to late comedian Bob Monkhouse after the contents were deemed inappropriate.
From BBC
The show starring both comedians was billed as a record-breaking feat for stand-up when they sold out the 70,000-seater.
From Los Angeles Times
One of American TV’s most familiar catchphrases had a new accent on it this weekend when a group of British comedians shouted, “Live from London, it’s Saturday Night!”
Clancy and his friends played listener voicemails and interviewed comedians and other guests in a basement.
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