buffoon has definitions from the field of performing arts
1
[ noun ] a rude or vulgar fool

Synonyms

clown

Used in print

(Chicago Daily Tribune...)

It is really as though the Russians have seen in this character the oftentimes underlying vitality and courage of supposed buffoons .

Related terms

fool Pantaloon

2
[ noun ] (performing arts) a person who amuses others by ridiculous behavior

Synonyms

clown merry_andrew

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