Definition

A person, usually a man, who creates jokes or funny routines, often for comedians or entertainment shows.

Example

The gagman wrote several hilarious jokes for the comedy show last night.

Conversation

Have you heard about the new gagman performing at the comedy club?

Yeah, I've seen his clips online; he’s hilarious!

I really want to go see him live this weekend.

Let's do it! It’ll be fun to watch a real gagman in action.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Gagman → The word is formed from "gag" (from Old English *gægan*, meaning to choke or strangle) and "man" (meaning a person). A gagman is a person who uses gags, often in a comedic context, to entertain or provoke laughter.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'chokes' or 'strangles' a joke ('gag') to make it funny — that's why a gagman is a person who uses gags for humor.

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