n. The person who manages the performers in a circus ring.
the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English
n. One in charge of the performances (as of horses) within the ring in a circus.
The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
n. One who has charge of the performances in a circus-ring.
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n. the person in charge of performances in a circus ring
Word Usage
"Come to think of it, as I recall the last time I managed to leave town without husband, kids, pets or job, pandemonium broke out under the Big Top and the ringmaster was there too."