Definition & Meaning of "joke"in English

Joke

something a person says that is intended to make others laugh

funny

gag

wisecrack

Examples

He told a funny joke that made everyone at the party laugh.

a ludicrous or grotesque act done for fun and amusement

activity characterized by good humor

a triviality not to be taken seriously

to joke

to say something funny or behave in a way that makes people laugh

Intransitive

Examples

He joked about the funny incident that happened earlier.

to tease or mock someone in a playful or humorous manner

banter

josh

kid

rib

tease

Intransitive

Examples

He liked to joke his friends about their mishaps.

Lexical Tree

jokey

joke

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