Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
running-joke
noun
ˈrʌnɪŋ dʒoʊk
Definition
A joke or humorous remark that is continuously referenced or repeated over time typically among a specific group of people, often growing in meaning and context within that group.
Examples
- The group of friends had a running joke about their college days that made everyone laugh whenever it came up.
- In the office, the cat that visited every Friday became a running joke among the staff.
- Every family gathering includes a running joke about the time Uncle Joe fell into the pool.
Meaning
A humorous situation or phrase that becomes a recurring theme in conversations or interactions, usually because it’s relatable to the audience it’s shared with.
Synonyms
- inside joke
- constant joke
- recurrent joke
