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punning

noun

A humorous play on words

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Word Facts

Word length
7
Starts with
P
Ends with
G
Contains
UN
Scrabble score
10

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Pronunciation

ˈpʌnɪŋ

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Definitions

noun

  1. A humorous play on words

    “I do it for the pun of it”

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Example Sentences

I do it for the pun of it
His constant punning irritated her

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