joke
/dʒoʊk/
noun
- Something said or done to cause laughter or amusement, especially a short story with a funny ending.
- The comedian's jokes were so clever that the audience clapped for a long time.
- I didn't get the joke until she explained the punchline.
- He told a joke about a chicken crossing the road, and everyone laughed.
- A person or thing that is ridiculous or not worthy of respect.
- After that terrible performance, the team became a joke in the league.
- The old car was a joke; it broke down every time we drove it.
- Don't take his criticism seriously — he's a joke.
verb
- To say things that are intended to be funny; to tell jokes.
- She likes to joke about her clumsy moments.
- Stop joking and tell me what really happened.
- They were joking with each other during the break.
- To speak or act without seriousness; to tease or kid.
- He joked that he would eat the whole cake by himself.
- You must be joking — that can't be the real price!
- I was only joking when I said I'd quit my job.