Jest Definition
jĕst
jesting, jests
noun
jests
A notable deed.
Webster's New World
A mocking or bantering remark; jibe; taunt.
Webster's New World
A lighthearted action or mood; fun; joking.
Webster's New World
A joke; witticism.
Webster's New World
A playful or amusing act; a prank.
American Heritage
Synonyms:
verb
jesting, jests
To make witty or amusing remarks.
American Heritage
To jeer; mock.
Webster's New World
To be playful in speech and actions; joke.
Webster's New World
Origin of Jest
Middle English geste tale from Old French from Latin gesta deeds from neuter pl. past participle of gerere to perform
From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition
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From Middle English geste (“idle tale”), from Old French geste (“acts, exploits”), from Latin gesta (“acts, deeds”)
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