Pun

Definitions

1. A certain number of cowries, generally 80.
   India, historical
2. A surname.
3. A joke or type of wordplay in which similar definitions or sounds of two words or phrases, or different definitions of the same word, are deliberately confused.

Equivalents

Examples

“The pun is the lowest form⟳ of wit.”

“"Certainly, my home at my uncle's brought me acquainted with a circle of admirals. Of Rears, and Vices, I saw⟳ enough. Now do not be suspecting me of a pun, I entreat."”

“Hackeries and carriages, loaded and empty, 8 annas. Sheep, goats, &c., 1 pun of cowries each.”

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