What is another word for merry-andrew?

Pronunciation: [mˈɛɹiˈandɹuː] (IPA)

"Merry-andrew" is a rather antiquated term that refers to a clownish or buffoonish character. There are several synonyms for this word, including 'harlequin', 'jester', 'fool', 'clown', 'buffoon', and 'trickster'. Each of these words carries slightly different connotations, but all suggest a character who is funny or amusing in a silly or ridiculous way. Some of these words have evolved into new contexts- 'clown' and 'jester', for example, are now used more generally to refer to someone who is silly or foolish, rather than a specific character type. Nevertheless, all of these words can help to describe a boisterous and entertaining character who doesn't take themselves too seriously.

What are the hypernyms for Merry-andrew?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

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