Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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shaggy dog story | Yes | No | No | No |
joke | Yes | No | Yes | No |
shaggy dog story (noun) | joke (noun) |
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a long rambling joke whose humor derives from its pointlessness | a ludicrous or grotesque act done for fun and amusement |
activity characterized by good humor | |
a triviality not to be taken seriously | |
a humorous anecdote or remark intended to provoke laughter |
shaggy dog story (verb) | joke (verb) |
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act in a funny or teasing way | |
tell a joke; speak humorously |