punchlines
nounUK /ˈpʌntʃlaɪnz/
US /ˈpʌntʃlaɪnz/
Punchlines are the funny last parts of jokes that make people laugh.
The comedian told a joke, and everyone laughed at the punchlines.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. The final sentence or phrase of a joke that delivers the humor.
He forgot the punchline and nobody laughed.
3. A surprising or clever ending to a story or speech.
The speech ended with a punchline that made the whole room smile.
4. A short, sharp remark meant to have a strong effect.
Her punchlines during the debate got a lot of attention.