gag
n. countable B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈɡæɡ// UK //ɡˈæɡ// gag
n. a joke or a funny trick. You use this word when talking about comedy or a funny moment in a movie.
n. a joke, prank, or piece of comic business. Often used in the context of visual comedy or scripted entertainment.
The comedian's opening gag made everyone laugh.
The movie features a running gag where the main character keeps losing his keys in ridiculous places.
While the film relies heavily on physical comedy, the director ensures that every visual gag serves to deepen our understanding of the protagonist's clumsy nature.
Usage
Commonly used in the phrase 'running gag' to describe a joke that repeats throughout a performance.