sight gag
noun
Simple meaning
A visually presented action or device which causes a humorous response without requiring any accompanying commentary or other speech.
Pronunciation
Say it like this:
sytgagSay the bold part a little louder.
IPA pronunciation (US)
ˈsaɪtˈɡæɡ
This word is pronounced essentially the same in American and British English, so one transcription covers both.
IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet) is a standard way of writing speech sounds.
Definition
Everyday modern meanings first, grouped by part of speech.
noun
filmtelevisionstage performance
A visually presented action or device which causes a humorous response without requiring any accompanying commentary or other speech.
Word Aura™
How this word commonly comes across.
This meaning: (film, television, stage performance) A visually presented action or device which causes a humorous response without requiring any accompanying commentary or other speech.
Used this way, sight gag is a reasonably familiar word with a clearly warm, approving pull. Keep it for friendly, informal settings.
- Emotional tone
- Positive
- Formality
- Neutral
- Intensity
- Gentle
- How common
- Moderately common
- Connotation
- Playful
- Usage feel
- Playful and informal
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