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1wisecrack

noun wise·crack \ˈwīz-ˌkrak\

: a funny and smart comment or joke

Full Definition of WISECRACK

:  a clever or sarcastic remark
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First Known Use of WISECRACK

1924

Rhymes with WISECRACK

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2wisecrack

verb

Definition of WISECRACK

intransitive verb
:  to make a wisecrack
wise·crack·er noun

First Known Use of WISECRACK

1924

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WISECRACKING Defined for Kids

wisecrack

noun wise·crack \ˈwīz-ˌkrak\

Definition of WISECRACK for Kids

:  a clever and often insulting statement usually made in joking

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