A PLAY ON WORDS - Định nghĩa trong Từ điển tiếng Anh
a play on words (noun)
Giải nghĩa:
A joke based on different possible meanings of a word, or words that sound similar but have different meanings.
Ví dụ:
Her name, Anita Job, was a play on words, meaning she needed a job.
Cách sử dụng
The expression "a play on words" is used when someone uses words in a clever or humorous way. It often involves using a word or phrase that has a double meaning or sounds like another word. For example, if someone says "I used to be a baker, but I couldn't make enough dough," it's a play on words because "dough" can mean money or bread ingredients. This expression can be used in casual conversations or in writing, such as in jokes, puns, or wordplay.
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