Meaning & Definition of word "Joke"
Joke
/dʒoʊk/
noun:
- 1. A thing that someone says to cause amusement or laughter, especially a story with a funny punchline.
- Example: He told a hilarious joke that had everyone laughing.
- 2. An occurrence that is amusing or funny.
- Example: Falling on the ice was a joke that I couldn't help but laugh about.
- 3. Something that is not taken seriously; a trivial or insignificant matter.
- Example: Her complaints about the weather were just a joke and she didn't really mean it.
verb:
- 1. To make jokes; to tell funny stories.
- Example: She loves to joke with her friends during lunch.
- 2. To speak in a playful or teasing manner.
- Example: He was just joking when he said he would quit his job.
Etymology
●From the 17th century, likely derived from the Latin 'jocus' meaning 'joke, jest'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
dad joke:
A pun or simple joke typically made by a father.
play a joke on:
To deceive someone in a humorous way.
make a joke of it:
To treat a serious situation as if it were a joke.
Related Words
humor:
The quality of being amusing or entertaining.
jest:
A playful or humorous act.
prank:
A practical joke or mischievous act.
Slang Meanings of joke
Meaning: A joke that is not taken seriously.
● Example Sentence: That was just a joke, don't take it to heart.
Meaning: When something is ridiculous or not credible.
● Example Sentence: This whole situation is a joke.