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 joker joker /ˈdʒoʊkɝ/

noun

  1. () A person who enjoys telling or playing jokes  ( jokester , quipster , wisecracker , joker )
    a person who enjoys telling or playing jokes
  2. A playing card that is usually printed with a picture of a jester  ( joker )
    a playing card that is usually printed with a picture of a jester
     The joker can be used as any card in a game of poker
    The joker can be used as any card in a game of poker
  3. An inconspicuous clause in a document or bill that affects its meaning in a way that is not immediately apparent  ( joker )
    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
    when I demanded my money he showed me the joker in the contract
  4. A person who does something thoughtless or annoying  ( joker , turkey [Informal] )
    a person who does something thoughtless or annoying
     Some joker is blocking the driveway
    some joker is blocking the driveway