wisecrack
Say it: WYZ-krak /ˈwaɪzkrak/ · noun
What “wisecrack” means
A clever joke or sarcastic comment.
More precisely: A smart, clever or sarcastic remark.
Example: “One more wisecrack about my haircut and you're paying for lunch.”
When to use it
Use it casually for a quick, cheeky remark, especially when someone jokes instead of giving a serious answer.
Similar words
quip, joke, one-liner
Quick check
Your friend sees your enormous suitcase and asks whether you've packed the whole house. What was that?
a wisecrack or a compliment?
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a wisecrack
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