iocus — meaning in English

English meaning

• 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.

Senses

iocus is used for these senses in English:

• jest (archaic) An act performed for amusement; a joke.
• joke An amusing story.
• joke Something said or done for amusement, not in seriousness.

jest — full definition

1. noun A remark or action meant as a joke rather than seriously.
2. verb To joke or speak playfully rather than seriously.

joke — full definition

1. noun A short story or remark meant to make people laugh.
2. noun Something so poor or absurd that it isn't taken seriously.
3. verb To say or do something for fun rather than seriously.

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