Meaning of the word joker in English
What does joker mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
joker
US /ˈdʒoʊ.kɚ/
UK /ˈdʒəʊ.kər/
Noun
1.
a person who likes to tell jokes or play tricks
Example:
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He's always been a bit of a joker, making everyone laugh.
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Don't mind him, he's just a harmless joker.
2.
a playing card, typically bearing the figure of a jester, used in some games as a wild card
Example:
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In poker, the joker can sometimes be used as any card you want.
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He drew the joker, which saved his hand.