life of the party vs mummer

life of the party

noun
  • A person who participates in entertainment events in a very enthusiastic manner and who has a leading role in inspiring others to join in the spirit of festivity. 

mummer

noun
  • A person who dons a disguising costume, as for a parade or a festival. 

  • An actor in a pantomime; one who communicates entirely through gesture and facial expression. 

verb
  • Synonym of mum (“to act in pantomime or dumb show”) 

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