banter

Meanings

• Noun

  Light-hearted and often teasing or playful conversation or bantering.

  - "They engaged in banter during the game."
  - "The siblings had a bantering relationship."
  - "The comedians exchanged banter on stage."

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Pronunciation

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2. /ˈbæntɚ/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

pleasantry , raillery , kid , wind up

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with banter
chatter , patter , matter , quatter

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Homophones

Words having the same pronunciation but different meanings, origins, or spelling,

1. Banter (en) : To taunt or tease
   

2. Banter (en) : A type of electrical connector
   

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Variants

List of all variants of banter that leads to same result
banter , bantered , banterer , banterers , bantering , banteringly , banters

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Forms

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banters, bantering, bantered

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Etymology

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Originally meant 'to taunt or tease' in Middle English.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'banter' comes from the Middle English word 'banten', which means 'to taunt or tease'.

2. Banter is a common feature in many forms of comedy and satire.

3. Banter can be used to build rapport and strengthen relationships.

4. Banter is often used in sports, particularly in commentary and analysis.

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Related Concepts

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1. Teasing: Banter is a form of teasing, often playful and meant in good humor.

2. Wit: Banter requires a certain level of wit and quick thinking to keep the conversation lively and engaging.

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Culture

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Banter has been used extensively in literature, particularly in works of comedy and satire. It is also a common feature in various forms of media, such as TV shows and films.

How to Memorize "banter"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a friendly conversation between two people.
   - Imagine a playful exchange of words.
   - Think of a light-hearted argument.

2. associate
   

   - Associate banter with teasing or playful conversation.
   - Connect it with quick wit and cleverness.
   - Link it with a friendly and light-hearted relationship.

3. mnemonics
   

   - B-an-ter: Banter is a playful exchange of words.
   - B-an-ter: Banter is like a friendly argument.
   - B-an-ter: Banter is a form of teasing.

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