First Known Use: 1662
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1pun
noun \ˈpən\
: a humorous way of using a word or phrase so that more than one meaning is suggested
Full Definition of PUN
: the usually humorous use of a word in such a way as to suggest two or more of its meanings or the meaning of another word similar in sound
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Origin of PUN
perhaps from Italian puntiglio fine point, quibble — more at punctilio
Other Grammar and Linguistics Terms
2pun
verb
: to make a pun
punnedpun·ning
Full Definition of PUN
intransitive verb
: to make puns
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First Known Use of PUN
1670
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PUNNING Defined for Kids
1pun
noun \ˈpən\
Definition of PUN for Kids
: a form of joking in which a person uses a word in two senses
2pun
verb
punnedpun·ning
Definition of PUN for Kids
: to make a joke by using a word in two senses
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