noun / verb
spoof
SPOOF/spuːf/
An imitation made for humorous effect.
The performer spoofs a superhero pose with a towel cape and household props.
Etymology
Spouf was the name of a game invented or revived by comedian Arthur Roberts. From this name, spoof came to mean a hoax or deception, then a satirical imitation that makes its subject look foolish.
In context
Another guest star on the Jack Benny show was Rod Serling, who starred in a spoof of The Twilight Zone in which Benny goes to his own house and finds that no one knows who he is;
More examples
- They spoofed the mayor's solemn speech.
- Her sketch spoofed a familiar advertisement.
- The audience enjoyed the affectionate spoof.
Forms
spoof · spoofs · spoofed · spoofing
spoofer noun — a person making a humorous imitation