Carny: meaning, definitions and examples
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carny
[ ˈkɑːni ]
fair worker
A carny is a person who works at a carnival, typically operating rides, games, or food stands.
Synonyms
carnival employee, carnival worker
Examples of usage
- The carny handed out prizes to the winners of the games.
- The carny greeted visitors with a friendly smile.
entertainer
In some cases, a carny can also refer to an entertainer at a carnival who performs acts like magic tricks or juggling.
Synonyms
carnival entertainer, carnival performer
Examples of usage
- The carny amazed the audience with his fire-breathing act.
- She started her career as a carny performing at local fairs.
Translations
Translations of the word "carny" in other languages:
🇵🇹 artista de circo
🇮🇳 सर्कस का कलाकार
🇩🇪 Jahrmarktsarbeiter
🇮🇩 artis sirkus
🇺🇦 цирковий артист
🇵🇱 artysta cyrkowy
🇯🇵 サーカス芸人
🇫🇷 artiste de cirque
🇪🇸 artista de circo
🇹🇷 sirk sanatçısı
🇰🇷 서커스 공연자
🇸🇦 فنان سيرك
🇨🇿 cirkusový umělec
🇸🇰 cirkusový umelec
🇨🇳 马戏团演员
🇸🇮 cirkuski umetnik
🇮🇸 sirkuslistamaður
🇰🇿 цирк әртісі
🇬🇪 ცირკის მსახიობი
🇦🇿 sirk artisti
🇲🇽 artista de circo
Word origin
The term 'carny' is believed to have originated from the word 'carnival'. Carnivals have a long history dating back to ancient Rome, where they were held to celebrate various events. Over time, the term 'carny' evolved to refer to the people who worked at these carnivals, providing entertainment and running the various attractions. Today, the term is commonly used to describe carnival workers and entertainers.