noun
Refers to a circus clown or a comedic performer in a clown costume. Can also be used figuratively for someone who acts foolishly or is a laughingstock.
from French pierrot
サーカスでピエロが風船を配っていた。
At the circus, a clown was handing out balloons.
彼はクラスのピエロ的存在だ。
He is the class clown.