punning

noun, adj — 2 senses

punning

noun

/ˈpʌnɪŋ/

1

The action of the verb to pun.

Derived terms
type punning

punning

adj
1

That makes or uses a pun.

  • The spoonerism "Burly Chassis" is a punning reference to Shirley Bassey's voluptuous figure.
Derived terms
punningly

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