Word Meaning

harlequin definition and meaning

n. A buffoon, dressed in party-colored clothes, who plays tricks, often without speaking, to divert the bystanders or an audience; a merry-andrew; originally, a droll rogue of Italian comedy.
n. i. To play the droll; to make sport by playing ludicrous tricks.
v. t. Toremove or conjure away, as by a harlequin's trick.

Crossword clues for harlequin

- Clown
- Clown seen wearing diamonds?
- Colourful clown
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