Definition of 'joke'

Noun

1. a humorous anecdote or remark intended to provoke laughter; "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"
      Synonyms: gag laugh jest jape
2. activity characterized by good humor
      Synonyms: jest jocularity
3. a ludicrous or grotesque act done for fun and amusement
      Synonyms: antic prank trick caper put-on
4. a triviality not to be taken seriously; "I regarded his campaign for mayor as a joke"

Verb

1. tell a joke; speak humorously; "He often jokes even when he appears serious"
      Synonyms: jest
2. act in a funny or teasing way
      Synonyms: jest

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