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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

raillery

/ˈreɪləri/ noun · British & US
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What does raillery mean?

noun

Good-natured raillery is playful teasing or joking, often in a friendly or affectionate manner. In other contexts, raillery can imply mocking or ridiculing.

Example

"The comedian's raillery with the audience had everyone in stitches."

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