1. [N. Amer, informal] A travelling show; having sideshows and rides and games of skill etc.
   "The carnies set up their attractions in the fairground";
   - carnival [N. Amer], fair, funfair [Brit], carnie [N. Amer, informal]
    
2. Someone who works at a carnival or funfair
   "The carny operated the Ferris wheel at the county fair";
   - carnie [informal], showie [US, informal], carney [informal]

1. Cleverly deceptive, manipulative, or persuasive in a manner associated with carnival barkers or game operators; often implying a mix of showmanship and trickery
   "His carny sales tactics were entertaining but made customers wary";
   - carney [informal]

Type of: show

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