Definition of Practical joker

1. Noun. Someone who plays practical jokes on others.

Exact synonyms: Cut-up, Hoaxer, Prankster, Tricker, Trickster
Generic synonyms: Bad Hat, Mischief-maker, Trouble Maker, Troublemaker, Troubler
Derivative terms: Hoax, Prank, Trick, Trick

Definition of Practical joker

1. Noun. someone who instigates practical jokes ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Lexicographical Neighbors of Practical Joker

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practical joker (current term)
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Literary usage of Practical joker

Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:

1. The Book of Humorous Verse by Carolyn Wells (1920)
"THE practical joker II'. S. Gilbert. OH, what a fund of joy jocund lies hid in harmless hoaxes! What keen enjoyment springs From >?heap and simple things! ..."

2. My Own Story by Luise von Toscana, Louise Antoinette Marie (1911)
"... A defiant electress : Carried away in earnest : The fate of a practical joker : The frightened blacksmith : The strong man indeed I FOUND Dresden rather ..."

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