Groucho
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Definition
- Proper noun:
- A specific person: Groucho refers to Julius Henry "Groucho" Marx, a famous American comedian and film star. He was a member of the Marx Brothers comedy team.
Usage
- Proper noun:
- Groucho was known for his quick wit and distinctive mustache and glasses.
- The films starring Groucho are considered classics of comedy.
Advanced Usage
- "Groucho-esque": (adjective) resembling or characteristic of Groucho Marx, particularly his humor, appearance, or mannerisms.
- The comedian delivered a Groucho-esque performance, complete with a cigar and a sly, insulting wit.
Variants and Related Words
- Marx Brothers: (proper noun) the comedy team that included Groucho, Harpo, Chico, and sometimes Zeppo and Gummo Marx.
- Groucho glasses: (noun) a novelty disguise consisting of fake glasses with a large plastic nose and bushy eyebrows, modeled after Groucho Marx's appearance.
Synonyms
- Comedian: a performer who tells jokes or performs acts intended to make people laugh.
- Film star: a famous actor in motion pictures.
Related Phrases
- "A Groucho Marx impersonation": an act of mimicking Groucho Marx's voice, jokes, or physical comedy.
- For the talent show, he did a perfect Groucho Marx impersonation.
Noun
- United States comedian; one of four brothers who made motion pictures together (1890-1977)