Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tell-a-joke
verb
/ˈtɛl ə dʒoʊk/
Definition
To deliver a humorous story or statement intended to provoke laughter.
Examples
During the party, she decided to tell-a-joke to lighten the mood.
He loves to tell-a-joke before starting his presentations to make everyone feel comfortable.
Meaning
The act of sharing a humorous anecdote, often structured with a setup and punchline to entertain an audience.
Synonyms
- humor
- crack a joke
- make a jest
- make a pun