шутка — meaning in English

English meaning

• gag noun Something placed in or over the mouth to prevent someone from speaking or crying out.
• joke noun A short story or remark meant to make people laugh.
• lark noun A small songbird known for its cheerful singing, often heard early in the morning.
• laugh verb To make the sound and facial movements that show amusement or delight.

Senses

шутка is used for these senses in English:

• gag A joke or other mischievous prank.
• joke An amusing story.
• joke Something said or done for amusement, not in seriousness.
• lark A prank.
• laugh Something that provokes mirth or scorn.

gag — full definition

1. noun Something placed in or over the mouth to prevent someone from speaking or crying out.
2. noun A joke, prank, or funny bit written for comic effect.
3. noun A rule or order that prevents public discussion of something.
4. verb To retch or feel the urge to vomit.
5. verb To prevent someone from speaking, literally or figuratively.

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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