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laughingstock

/ˈlɑːfɪŋstɒk/ noun · British & US
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What does laughingstock mean?

noun

A person or thing that is the object of contempt or ridicule, often because of their foolish or ridiculous behavior.

Example

"The politician's gaffes made him a laughingstock at the press conference."

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