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banter

UK/'bæntә/US
GREC2

Definitions

n.

Light-hearted, playful conversation or teasing remarks exchanged between people

玩笑话,打趣,戏谑

v.

To exchange playful, teasing remarks with someone

开玩笑,戏弄,打趣

Root Breakdown

banterother
=banter

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The colleagues exchanged witty banter during the lunch break.

  • 2.

    She enjoyed the playful banter with her debate opponent even though they disagreed.

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