Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

crack-a-joke

verb
/kræk ə dʒoʊk/
Definition
To tell a joke or make a humorous remark.
Examples
  • During the meeting, he decided to crack-a-joke to ease the tension among the team.
  • She loves to crack-a-joke when she’s with her friends; it always gets everyone laughing.
  • He couldn’t help but crack-a-joke right before the big presentation, which made everyone relax.
Meaning
The phrase ‘crack-a-joke’ means to lighten the mood by sharing a joke, often to elicit laughter or amusement from others. It suggests an informal setting and is typically used in casual conversations.
Synonyms
  • tell a joke
  • make a wisecrack
  • share a funny story
  • lighten the mood