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sight gag

noun

Definitions

  1. A visually presented action or device which causes a humorous response without requiring…

    A visually presented action or device which causes a humorous response without requiring any accompanying commentary or other speech.

    • Dragged suddenly before a formal dinner honoring the women's dean of Toledo University, he wowed his audience with a sight gag—he kissed the guest of honor.
    • In the opening sight gag, a guy in leisure wear shows up at his office only to find everyone in S&M clothes.

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