auguste
What is another word for auguste? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A type of clumsy, red-nosed circus clown who plays the troublemaker against the more composed whiteface clown.
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Etymology
Borrowed from French auguste, itself from a German nickname (dumme August, "silly August") once used for a clumsy fool.
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What does “auguste” mean?
The word “auguste” means a type of clumsy, red-nosed circus clown who plays the troublemaker against the more composed whiteface clown. In plain terms, the bumbling, chaotic clown character in a traditional two-clown circus act.
How do you pronounce “auguste”?
“Auguste” is pronounced ow-GOOST (/aʊˈɡuːst/ in IPA).
How do you use “auguste” in a sentence?
Here is “auguste” used in a sentence: “The auguste tripped over his own oversized shoes to get a laugh from the crowd.”
What part of speech is “auguste”?
“Auguste” is a noun.
Where does the word “auguste” come from?
The word “auguste” comes from French. Borrowed from French auguste, itself from a German nickname (dumme August, "silly August") once used for a clumsy fool.
