Meaning & Definition of word "Fun"

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    Fun

    /fʌn/

    noun:

    • 1. Enjoyment, amusement, or lighthearted pleasure.
      • Example: We had so much fun at the amusement park.
    • 2. A source of enjoyment or amusement.
      • Example: The new video game is a lot of fun to play.
    • 3. A playful or joking manner.
      • Example: They were just having fun with each other.

    adjective:

    • 1. Enjoyable; providing amusement.
      • Example: That was a fun party last night!
    • 2. Playful or lighthearted.
      • Example: She's a fun person to be around.

    Etymology

    Origin uncertain; possibly a variant of 'fon', meaning 'to cheat or to hoax' in the 17th century.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    fun and games:

    A situation involving enjoyable or amusing activities or events.

    have fun:

    To enjoy oneself or have a good time.

    funny business:

    Deceptive or mischievous behavior.

    Related Words

    funny:

    Causing laughter or amusement; humorous.

    funfair:

    A temporary amusement event with rides and games.

    funtastic:

    Extremely fun and fantastic.

    Slang Meanings of fun

    Meaning: Good times or a good time.

    Example Sentence: That concert was such a fun time!

    Meaning: To have fun or to enjoy oneself.

    Example Sentence: Let's go out and fun it up tonight!