carny
4 synonyms for carny, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A person who works at a traveling carnival or fair, often running rides or game stalls.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
A shortened, informal form of "carnival," with the "-y" ending common in casual nicknames.
Full origin of carny →Frequently asked questions
What does “carny” mean?
The word “carny” means a person who works at a traveling carnival or fair, often running rides or game stalls. In plain terms, someone who works at a fairground, or the slangy patter and hustle associated with that world.
How do you pronounce “carny”?
“Carny” is pronounced KAH-nee (/ˈkɑː(ɹ)ni/ in IPA).
How do you use “carny” in a sentence?
Here is “carny” used in a sentence: “The carny running the ring-toss booth kept calling out to passersby.”
What part of speech is “carny”?
Depending on how it is used, “carny” can be a noun and a verb.
How many meanings does “carny” have?
“Carny” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person who works at a traveling carnival or fair, often running rides or game stalls.
