You’ve probably seen a clown or two if you’ve gone to a circus or a rodeo, but did you know there are many different types of clowns? The 4 main clown types include whiteface, Auguste, character, and hobo/tramp, and each can be broken down into many other subtypes.

clown, familiar comic character of pantomime and circus, known by distinctive makeup and costume, ludicrous antics, and buffoonery, whose purpose is to induce hearty laughter.

Clown: Directed by Jon Watts. With Andy Powers, Laura Allen, Peter Stormare, Christian Distefano. A loving father finds a clown suit for his son's birthday party, only to realize that it's cursed.

Whether dressed up for a birthday party or in an elaborate circus act, clowns are a reminder of the colourful jesters of history and their lasting impact on the world. Clowns have ancient roots that can be traced back to various cultures and historical influences.

As any coulrophobe can attest, today’s pop culture landscape can be a minefield for anyone with a fear of clowns. Creepy clowns run rampant in movies, TV shows, Halloween costumes and some...

specifically : a usually colorfully costumed comedy performer in a circus. Noun Those big shoes make you look like a clown! Who's the clown standing in the middle of the road? those clowns at the state capital Verb as a youngster he was always clowning around in the classroom.