laughs
n. C / U A2 Elementary US //ˈɫæfs// UK //lˈɑːfz// laughs
n. the sounds and movements you make when you find something funny. It can also mean a fun or funny person or situation.
n. the act or sound of laughing; plural form used to describe amusement or a source of fun. Often used in the plural to refer to a person or experience that provides entertainment.
We had a few laughs over dinner last night.
The comedian's performance was full of great laughs that kept the audience engaged for the entire hour.
While the film explores serious themes of loss, it is punctuated by genuine laughs that prevent the narrative from becoming overly somber.
Usage
Usually plural when referring to an experience or a person ('he's a good laugh'); singular when referring to the physical act.