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guffaw

/ɡʌfɔː/ verb · British & US
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What does guffaw mean?

verb

A loud, explosive laugh, typically in response to something amusing or ridiculous. To laugh loudly and explosively.

Example

"The comedian's joke elicited a guffaw from the entire audience."

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