noun
wag
A person who makes witty remarks or jokes.
The office wag always has a joke ready for meetings.
Etymology
Wag is shortened from waghalter, an old rogue-name. The meaning softened toward a witty or joking person.
More examples
- Some wag has labeled the broken elevator an exercise program.
- My uncle is a wag who keeps everyone laughing at dinner.
- The two wags trade jokes while we wait for the bus.
Forms
wag · wags
waggish adjective — Playfully humorous or fond of joking.
Similar words
- wit
- Emphasizes clever, quick remarks rather than joking in general.
- joker
- May tell ordinary jokes or play tricks, without particular wit.