Buffoon and Chaff

Buffoon

Buffoon noun - A comically dressed performer (as at a circus) who entertains with playful tricks and ridiculous behavior.
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Chaff and buffoon are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Chaff" instead a verb "Buffoon".

Nearby Words: buffoonery, buffo

Chaff

Chaff verb - To make fun of in a good-natured way.

Buffoon and chaff are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Buffoon" instead a verb "Chaff".

Nearby Words: chaffing, chaffed, chaffy
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