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practical joke

prac·ti·cal joke
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Transcription

    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • UK Pronunciation
    • UK IPA
    • [prak-ti-kuh l johk]
    • /ˈpræk tɪ kəl dʒoʊk/
    • /ˈpræktɪkl dʒəʊk/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [prak-ti-kuh l johk]
    • /ˈpræk tɪ kəl dʒoʊk/

Definitions of practical joke words

  • noun practical joke a playful trick, often involving some physical agent or means, in which the victim is placed in an embarrassing or disadvantageous position. 1
  • noun practical joke trick, prank 1
  • countable noun practical joke A practical joke is a trick that is intended to embarrass someone or make them look ridiculous. 0
  • noun practical joke a prank or trick usually intended to make the victim appear foolish 0
  • noun practical joke a trick played on someone, esp. one intended to cause embarrassment or discomfort for the victim 0
See all 5 definitions of practical joke

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Origin of practical joke

First appearance:

before 1840
One of the 33% newest English words
First recorded in 1840-50

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Parts of speech for Practical joke

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Full grammatical hierarchy of Practical joke

practical joke popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 31% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data about 69% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

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Synonyms for practical joke

noun practical joke

  • bon mot — A bon mot is a clever, witty remark.
  • caper — Capers are the small green buds of caper plants. They are usually sold preserved in vinegar.
  • funny business — improper or unethical conduct, as deception or trickery: He won't stand for any funny business here.
  • game — an amusement or pastime: children's games.
  • high jinks — boisterous celebration or merrymaking; unrestrained fun: The city is full of conventioneers indulging in their usual high jinks.
All 19 Synonyms of practical joke

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