Definitions

1. noun

a trick or joke played on someone, typically by someone who is trying to be humorous or annoying

“The kids played a prank on their teacher by filling her office with balloons.”

2. verb

to play a trick or joke on someone

“He pranked his friend by putting clear wrap across the doorway.”

3. verb

to deceive or cheat someone

“The scammer pranked the elderly woman out of her life savings.”

4. noun

a playful trick or joke

“The prank was harmless and didn’t cause any harm.”