three-ring circus

three-ring circus

(thrē′rĭng′)

n.

1. A circus having simultaneous performances in three separate rings.

2. Informal A situation characterized by confusing, engrossing, or amusing activity.

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three-ring circus

n

1. a circus with three rings in which separate performances are carried on simultaneously

2. a situation of confusion, characterized by a bewildering variety of events or activities

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three′-ring`

(or three′-ringed`) cir′cus,

n.

1. a circus having three adjacent rings in which performances take place simultaneously.

2. something spectacular, tumultuous, or entertaining.

[1880–85]

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Noun

1.

three-ring circus - a circus with simultaneous performances in three rings circus - a performance given by a traveling company of acrobats, clowns, and trained animals; "the children always love to go to the circus"

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