English dictionary
joke
nounPronunciation
dʒəʊk
Audio pronunciation
Parts of speech
Definitions
noun
- a ludicrous or grotesque act done for fun and amusement
noun
- activity characterized by good humor
noun
- a triviality not to be taken seriously
noun
- a humorous anecdote or remark intended to provoke laughter
verb
- act in a funny or teasing way
verb
- tell a joke; speak humorously
Example sentences
I regarded his campaign for mayor as a joke
he told a very funny joke
he knows a million gags
thanks for the laugh
he laughed unpleasantly at his own jest
even a schoolboy's jape is supposed to have some ascertainable point
He often jokes even when he appears serious