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pun

/pʌn/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does pun mean?

noun, verb

A play on words that produces a humorous effect by using a word that suggests two or more meanings, or by exploiting similar sounding words.

Example

"Why did the bicycle fall over? Because it was two-tired."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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