plaisanterie — meaning in English

English meaning

• banter noun Light, good-humoured teasing conversation exchanged between people who know each other well.
• crack verb To break, split, or form a line of damage without falling completely apart.
• gleek noun A once-popular game of cards played by three people.
• joke noun A short story or remark meant to make people laugh.

Senses

plaisanterie is used for these senses in English:

• banter Sharp, good-humoured, playful, typically spontaneous conversation.
• crack A sharply humorous comment; a wisecrack.
• gleek A jest or scoff; trick or deception.
• joke An amusing story.
• joke Something said or done for amusement, not in seriousness.
• persiflage Good-natured banter; raillery.

banter — full definition

1. noun Light, good-humoured teasing conversation exchanged between people who know each other well.
2. verb To exchange playful, teasing remarks with someone.

crack — full definition

1. verb To break, split, or form a line of damage without falling completely apart.
2. verb To solve a difficult problem or figure something out.
3. verb To break down or give in under pressure, especially during questioning or stress.
4. verb To make a joke.
5. noun A thin line or split in a surface.

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