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Something said or told that is intended to amuse
“He laughed at what he thought was a funny joke or, to be exact, his funny joke.”
The creative use of words and ideas for humor, or the aptitude for such
The act of ridiculing someone or something
Plural for a trick played on someone for fun
“I thought she was playing a joke on me at first, but she wasn't.”
Plural for someone or something that is inadequate and made fun of
“Ryan Jensen would turn what was once a highly popular franchise into a complete joke during the short time that he was in charge.”
Plural for a person who is made fun of due to an apparent lack of intellect
“Due to his penchant for acting like a petulant child, many considered Jenk to be nothing more than a joke.”
To talk humorously or flippantly (about something or someone)
“Never a complainer, she would joke about her increasing infirmities, and any sadness about this was always mitigated by laughter.”
(usually "joking") To tease, typically in a good-natured way
“Relax! I was only joking. Your father hasn't removed you from his will.”
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