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act a single performance, usu. by a musician, comedian, or other entertainer, sometimes as part of a larger program of performances. [1/14 definitions]
comic a comedian, esp. a professional entertainer specializing in comedy. [1/6 definitions]
entertainer one who entertains by performance, such as an actress or comedian. [1/2 definitions]
Johnny Carson popular comedian and, from 1962 to 1992, host of a late-night talk show; born John William Carson (b.1925--d.2005).
patter2 rapid, glib, and often amusing talk, as by a comedian, salesman, auctioneer, or magician. [1/5 definitions]
routine a set piece that is often or regularly performed by an entertainer such as a nightclub comedian. [1/7 definitions]
stooge an assistant to a comedian who gives the comedian straight lines and is often the object of the audience's laughter. [1/3 definitions]
straight man an actor or entertainer who serves as a comedian's foil, usu. delivering lines to which the comedian responds with a joke.