standup comedian
Definition
Noun: A performer who tells jokes and humorous stories directly to a live audience, typically while standing alone on a stage. The performance is characterized by a series of prepared jokes, observations, or "gags."
Usage
A "standup comedian" is a specific type of entertainer. The term is used to describe the person's profession or role in a performance context. - She is a talented standup comedian known for her sharp political satire. - The club features a different standup comedian every Friday night.
Examples
Advanced Usage
- "to do standup": This verb phrase is often used to describe the act of performing as a standup comedian.
- He's been doing standup for over a decade.
- The term can be used attributively (like an adjective) before another noun.
- She is a standup comedian with a unique perspective. (Here, "standup comedian" functions as a compound noun describing her profession.)
Variants and Related Words
- Standup (noun, often used as a modifier): Refers to the comedy genre or performance style itself.
- He performs standup comedy.
- I prefer standup to sketch comedy.
- Comic (noun): A more general term for a comedian, which can include standup comedians, actors in comedic roles, or writers of comedy.
- Comedian (noun): The broader category of performers who entertain through comedy, which includes standup comedians, but also comedic actors, clowns, etc.
Synonyms
- Comic
- Comedian (in the specific context of live joke-telling)
Related Phrases
- Open mic night: An event where aspiring standup comedians can perform short sets.
- She told her first joke at an open mic night.
- Comedy special: A full-length performance by a standup comedian, often recorded for television or streaming.
- The comedian's new comedy special is streaming online.
Noun
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a comedian who uses gags
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