Joker (Noun)
Meaning 1
An inconspicuous clause in a document or bill that affects its meaning in a way that is not immediately apparent; "when I demanded my money he showed me the joker in the contract".
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
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Meaning 2
A person who enjoys telling or playing jokes.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
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Meaning 3
A playing card that is usually printed with a picture of a jester.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The deck of cards included two jokers, which were wild and could be used as any suit.
- In the poker game, the player was thrilled to draw a joker, which gave him a strong hand.
- The magician used a joker from the deck to perform a clever trick.
- She was dealt a joker and an ace, giving her a good chance of winning the hand.
- The standard deck of cards has 52 cards plus two jokers, which are often used as wild cards.
Meaning 4
A person who does something thoughtless or annoying; "some joker is blocking the driveway".
Classification
Nouns denoting people.