harlequin

• Substantiv, das einen Clown oder Narren bezeichnet, besonders die Figur des Harlekins aus der Tradition der Commedia dell'arte.

A noun referring to a clown or buffoon, especially one originating from the Harlequin character in the commedia dell'arte tradition.

1. Clown or buffoonB2formal

   A character from traditional Italian comedy, known for wearing a colorful diamond-patterned costume and performing playful, mischievous antics.

   Clown oder Narr

   • The harlequin entertained the crowd with his witty jokes.
   • In the play, the harlequin was always causing trouble for the other characters.
   • The costume of the harlequin is instantly recognizable with its bright patches.

   Synonymebuffoonclownfooljester

• Veraltetes Verb mit der Bedeutung, sich wie ein Harlekin zu benehmen, zu scherzen oder sich clownesk bzw. komisch zu verhalten.

An archaic verb meaning to act the harlequin, jest, or behave in a clownish or comical manner.

1. Variegate with spots or marksC2formalart

   To decorate or mark with a pattern of different colors, spots, or patches, resembling the costume of a harlequin.

   Mit Flecken bunt machen

   • The artist harlequined the canvas with bright splashes of red and gold.
   • The autumn leaves harlequined the forest floor with shades of orange and brown.
   • The designer harlequined the fabric with a playful pattern of diamonds and dots.

   Synonymecheckerdapplefleckmottlespecklestreakvariegate