Idiom

Joke

What does "Joke" mean?

Said when you want people to realise you are speaking seriously, when they might otherwise think you were joking.

All kidding aside

USA, 20th century.

Said when you want people to realise you are speaking seriously, when they might otherwise think you were joking.

Worldwide.

  • I know I'm dressed as a circus clown for the party but, believe me, the kitchen is on fire.