Dictionary entry
motley fool
noun
宫廷弄臣
a medieval court jester
- 1.
a professional clown employed to entertain a king or nobleman in the Middle Ages
In use
The king's motley fool entertained the court with songs and jokes every evening.
Medieval nobles often kept motley fools to lighten the mood during long feasts.
The motley fool wore a brightly coloured cap and bells so everyone could spot him.
Motley Fool + verb
Motley Fool通常大写首字母，作为公司名使用时视为单数。
Motley Fool recommends diversifying your portfolio.
Motley Fool建议分散投资组合。
Motley Fool's + noun
使用所有格's表示所属，后接advice, report等名词。
I follow Motley Fool's investment advice closely.
我密切关注Motley Fool的投资建议。
Learner notes
Grammar Note
proper noun
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