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puton

/pʌtɒn/ noun · British & US
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What does puton mean?

noun

A put-on is a joke or a prank, often played on someone in a playful or teasing manner. It can also refer to something that is pretended or feigned.

Example

"He pulled off a great put-on at the party, convincing everyone that he was a famous actor."

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