circus

A genus of haws comprising the harriers.

A frenetic disorganized (and often comic) disturbance suggestive of a large public entertainment.

“it was so funny it was a circus”

An arena consisting of an oval or circular area enclosed by tiers of seats and usually covered by a tent.

“they used the elephants to help put up the circus”

(antiquity) an open-air stadium for chariot races and gladiatorial games.

A performance given by a traveling company of acrobats, clowns, and trained animals.

“the children always love to go to the circus”

A travelling company of entertainers; including trained animals.

“he ran away from home to join the circus”