Flying circus definition, a squadron of airplanes operating together, especially any of several squadrons of famous world war i aviators. Chamberss etymological dictionary of the english language. Jun 18, 2016 oxford etymology dictionary origin of words and phrases. Circus stylized circus is the second studio album released by filipino alternative rock group eraserheads in 1994. Synonyms for circus at with free online thesaurus, antonyms, and definitions. When the soldiers were not lost among tattered skeins of fog, they could see far out into the cirque, as if it were a bay of black water. Over 100,000 german translations of english words and phrases. Definition of circus written for english language learners from the merriamwebster learners dictionary with audio pronunciations, usage examples, and countnoncount noun labels. In 18th century austria, gecken were freaks on display in some circuses. Folk etymology is from medieval latin carne vale flesh, farewell. Get your kindle here, or download a free kindle reading app. The online etymology dictionary is the internets goto source for quick and reliable accounts of the origin and history of english words, phrases, and idioms. Oxford dictionary of word origins oxford reference. Mummy and daddy are taking me to the circus on saturday.
Proper usage and audio pronunciation plus ipa phonetic transcription of the word genus circus. Define circus by websters dictionary, wordnet lexical database, dictionary of computing, legal dictionary, medical dictionary, dream dictionary. How to say circus in latin whats the latin word for circus. From 1590s in figurative sense feasting or revelry in general. German translation of circus collins english dictionary. A unified state administrative board was created to direct the circus.
All circus terms used for this glossary were taken from the book circus lingo by joe mckennon. Harriers characteristically hunt by flying low over open ground, feeding on small mammals, reptiles, or birds. When a poet wished to bring out a piece, he asked a chorus from the archon, and the expenses, being great, were defrayed by some rich citizen the khoregos. The site has become a favorite resource of teachers of reading, spelling, and english as a second language. Circus definition and meaning collins english dictionary. The dictionary contains the etymology, pronunciation, and meanings of words.
Circus definition, a large public entertainment, typically presented in one or more very large tents or in an outdoor or indoor arena, featuring exhibitions of. Based on the oxford dictionary of english etymology, the principal authority on the origin and development of english words, the concise oxford dictionary of. Circus article about circus by the free dictionary. How to pronounce circus in english cambridge dictionary. It is professional enough to satisfy academic standards, but accessible enough to be used by anyone.
The word geek is a slang term originally used to describe eccentric or non mainstream people. Everything pertaining to a show on its route before men working out of the shows road office take over the details. The circus arts workshop since 1961, the state school of circus and estrada art was opened in 1926 for the training of skilled artists in various genres. One of the acrobats who walked the tightrope at the circus did it blindfolded. The book draws on oxfords unrivalled dictionary research programme and language monitoring, and relates the fascinating stories behind many of our most curious terms. Latinitatis augmented edition, 18831887 circus in harry thurston peck, editor 1898 harpers dictionary of classical antiquities, new york. Glossary of circus terminology international circus hall of. The new soviet circus stressed the display of human physical beauty, integrating strength of body and boldness of spirit. Circus definition is a large arena enclosed by tiers of seats on three or all four sides and used especially for sports or spectacles such as athletic contests, exhibitions of horsemanship, or in ancient times chariot racing. Combining both accessibility and authority, the oxford dictionary of word origins describes the origins and development of over 3,000 words and phrases in the english language. What does circus mean definition of circus word finder.
German translation of circus the official collins englishgerman dictionary online. From longman dictionary of contemporary english related topics. A harrier is any of the several species of diurnal hawks sometimes placed in the circinae subfamily of the accipitridae family of birds of prey. Listen to the audio pronunciation in the cambridge english dictionary. Circus definition is a large arena enclosed by tiers of seats on three or all four sides and used especially for. Meaning a circus or amusement fair is attested by 1926 in american english. Related words harrier synonyms, antonyms, hypernyms and hyponyms. The word geek is a slang term originally used to describe eccentric or nonmainstream people.
Circus definition of circus by the free dictionary. You must there are over 200,000 words in our free online dictionary, but you are looking for one thats only in the merriamwebster unabridged dictionary. The oxford english dictionarys first entry for hey, rube. Online etymology dictionary origin, history and meaning of english. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. The primary meaning of every word is given first, in italics.
A circus is a group of many different performers, often including clowns, trapeze artists, and animal trainers. An orgiastic or erotic show, straight or a little kinky, performed not for the pleasure of the participants, but for the entertainment of a paying audience. An acrobat is someone who puts on an amazing gymnastic performance in a circus or onstage. Circus meaning in the cambridge english dictionary. A circus is a group of travelling performers, often with clowns, acrobats, and jugglers. A circus is a group that consists of clowns, acrobats, and animals which travels around. Mar 08, 2020 circus in charles du fresne du canges glossarium medi. Lesson 8 etymology of matrophobia patrophobia etymology.
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