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Definition joke in American English

joke verb

[intransitive] verb
/dʒoʊk/
1

to say things that are intended to make someone laugh

Example

Jill was laughing and joking with the customers.

Example

You shouldn't joke about such serious things.

Example

Helen joked that she would now be irresistible to men.

Synonyms and related words
2

(used with an object) to tease someone; to kid someone

Example

Are you joking me? She can't have said that.

Definition joke in American English