Pejorative phrase. Indicates that a person, thing, or activity is ridiculous; a joke; not worthy of respect; silly; excessive; gaudy; exaggerated for the sake of comedic or dramatic effect; lacking nuance or depth; trite; cliche; stereotypical or oversimplified concept or idea.
Plural: Clown Shoes.
Origin: Shoes worn by clowns, usually brightly colored with a bulbous toe region, are made to elicit a cheap laugh; superficial effect;
Plural: Clown Shoes.
Origin: Shoes worn by clowns, usually brightly colored with a bulbous toe region, are made to elicit a cheap laugh; superficial effect;
by F.T.B. June 17, 2008