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big top

noun

Etymology

From big + top.

Definitions

  1. A circus tent, especially the largest in a given circus, where the central attractions…

    A circus tent, especially the largest in a given circus, where the central attractions take place.

    • As a trapeze performer, she generally worked in the big top, but due to her injury, she was stuck working concessions.

  2. A large tent of the style used for circusses.

  3. The circus

    The circus; the circus lifestyle.

    • He had been a big top performer in his youth, but in a twist of fate he had run away to become an investment banker.

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