Definitions

1. noun

language used to make words or phrases sound funny or clever, often by using word meanings in a new way

“The comedian’s use of wordplay had the audience laughing out loud.”

2. noun

the use of words to convey a meaning other than the literal meaning

“The poet’s wordplay added depth and complexity to the poem.”

3. verb

to use words in a clever or humorous way

“The writer loved to wordplay with language in her fiction novels.”