Pun , Figure of speech

PUN HUMOUR

  

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What is a pun?

A pun consists in the use of a word in such a way that it is capable of more than one application, the object of pun is to create a humorous effect. A pun is a joke exploiting the different possible meanings of a word or the fact that there are words which sound alike but have different meanings. A pun is a subtle use of a word or phrase with two meanings, or of words with the same sound but different meanings. As per Cambridge dictionary a ludicrous use of a word or phrase that has many meanings or that sounds like another word:

Pun is also called paronomasia. It is a form of word play that exploits multiple meanings of a term, or of similar-sounding words, for an intended funny effect. A pun differs from a malapropism in that a malapropism is an incorrect variation of a correct expression, while a pun involves expressions with multiple correct interpretations. Puns may be regarded as in-jokes or idiomatic constructions, as their usage and meaning are specific to a particular language and its culture.

 Examples:

a.      Is life worth living?

-It depends upon the liver.

b.     An advocate is a noble person who lies in the court for the good of his client.

c.      An elephant’s opinion carries a lot of weight.

d.     What is the difference between a loco pilot and a teacher? The loco-pilot minds the train and a teacher trains the mind.

e.      Santa's helpers are known as subordinate Clauses.

f.       She had a photographic memory but never developed it.

g.     I was struggling to figure out how lightning works then it struck me.

h.     Two antennas met on a roof, fell in love and got married. The ceremony wasn't much, but the reception was brilliant!

i.        A pessimist's blood type is always B-negative.

j.        Why did the spider go to the computer? To check his web site.

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