Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

blague

Noun
/blæɡ/
Definition
A humorous or nonsensical story or speech intended to amuse.
Examples
  • He told a blague that had everyone laughing during dinner.
  • Don’t take his words seriously; he’s just trying to pull a blague on you.
Meaning
In informal contexts, it refers to a joke or prank. It can also denote a kind of playful deception or banter.
Synonyms
  • joke
  • prank
  • trick
  • jest
  • gag