Definition

1. 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

1. United States comedian; one of four brothers who made motion pictures together (1890-1977)