Joker: meaning, definitions and examples
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joker
[ ˈdʒoʊ.kər ]
fictional character
A joker is a person who is fond of joking or jesting; a wit or wag. They are known for their sense of humor and ability to make others laugh.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- He is always the joker in the group, constantly cracking jokes and making everyone laugh.
- Don't take him seriously, he's just a joker trying to lighten the mood.
playing card
In a deck of cards, the joker is a card added to the pack as a wild card, with no fixed rank or suit. It is often used in various card games as a special card with unique abilities.
Synonyms
extra card, trump card, wild card
Examples of usage
- The joker can be used as any card you want in this game.
- If you draw the joker, you get a special bonus in this round.
Translations
Translations of the word "joker" in other languages:
🇵🇹 piadista
🇮🇳 मज़ाकिया (mazakiya)
🇩🇪 Witzbold
🇮🇩 pelawak
🇺🇦 жартівник
🇵🇱 żartowniś
🇯🇵 ジョーカー (jokā)
🇫🇷 farceur
🇪🇸 bromista
🇹🇷 şakacı
🇰🇷 농담꾼 (nongdamkkun)
🇸🇦 مهرج (muharij)
🇨🇿 šprýmař
🇸🇰 vtipkár
🇨🇳 小丑 (xiǎochǒu)
🇸🇮 šaljivec
🇮🇸 brandarakarl
🇰🇿 әзілқой (äzilqoy)
🇬🇪 ჯამბაზი (jambazi)
🇦🇿 zarafatçı
🇲🇽 bromista
Word origin
The term 'joker' originated in the 17th century, derived from the Middle English word 'jogelour' meaning 'jester'. It was used to describe a person who entertained others with jokes, tricks, and jests. Over time, the term evolved to also refer to the special playing card in a deck. The concept of the joker as a character in fiction, particularly in comic books and movies, became popular in the 20th century.