Witz — meaning in English
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English meaning
- gag noun Something placed in or over the mouth to prevent someone from speaking or crying out.
- hilarity noun Great fun and enjoyment, usually with a lot of laughing.
- jest noun A remark or action meant as a joke rather than seriously.
- joke noun A short story or remark meant to make people laugh.
- quip noun A short, clever, often slightly cutting remark made quickly in conversation.
- wit noun The ability to say clever, funny things quickly.
Senses
Witz is used for these senses in English:
- gag A joke or other mischievous prank.
- hilarity (countable) Something that induces much laughter.
- jest (archaic) An act performed for amusement; a joke.
- joke Something said or done for amusement, not in seriousness.
- quip A smart, sarcastic turn or jest; a taunt; a severe retort or comeback; a gibe.
- wit Humour, especially when clever or quick.
gag — full definition
- noun Something placed in or over the mouth to prevent someone from speaking or crying out.
- noun A joke, prank, or funny bit written for comic effect.
- noun A rule or order that prevents public discussion of something.
- verb To retch or feel the urge to vomit.
- verb To prevent someone from speaking, literally or figuratively.
hilarity — full definition
- noun Great fun and enjoyment, usually with a lot of laughing.
- noun Something that makes people laugh a great deal.
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