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View usage for: (wɜːʳdpleɪ) also word play uncountable nounWordplay involves making jokes by using the meanings of words in an amusing or clever way. Synonyms: puns, wit, punning, repartee More Synonyms of wordplay wordplay in British English (ˈwɜːdˌpleɪ) nounverbal wit based on the meanings and ambiguities of words; puns, clever repartee, etc wordplay in American English (wɜrdˌpleɪ) noun1. subtle or clever exchange of words; repartee Examples of 'wordplay' in a sentencewordplay He amused friends and colleagues with his clever wordplay. Additional synonymsDefinition a sharp witty remark made as a reply clever chat-up lines or witty repartee Synonyms wit, banter, riposte, pleasantry, sally, wordplay, witticism, bon mot, badinage, raillery, persiflage, wittiness Definition (used to introduce a statement or explanation) that is to say Bill was known for his biting wit. Synonyms humour, fun, quips, banter, puns, pleasantry, repartee, wordplay, levity, witticisms, badinage, jocularity, facetiousness, drollery, raillery, waggishness, wittiness - word
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