laughter

noun

laugh·​ter ˈlaf-tər How to pronounce laughter (audio)
ˈläf-
1
: a sound of or as if of laughing
2
archaic : a cause of merriment

Examples of laughter in a Sentence

The audience roared with laughter. the nervous producers were reassured by the sounds of laughter coming from the theater
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Embracing them, accepting them with a little enthusiasm, and a good bit of laughter will spread the message to others and importantly to yourself that aging is fun and joyful and beautiful. Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 22 Jan. 2025 Keke herself was in a fit of maniacal laughter as SZA opted out of answering and ate another wing. Mya Abraham, VIBE.com, 22 Jan. 2025 Here’s to a lifetime of precious memories and endless laughter. Anna Moeslein, Parents, 21 Jan. 2025 This is a special time to embrace camaraderie, laughter and trust, so open up your heart. Kyle Thomas, People.com, 19 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for laughter 

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Old English hleahtor; akin to Old English hliehhan

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of laughter was before the 12th century

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Cite this Entry

“Laughter.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/laughter. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.

Kids Definition

laughter

noun
laugh·​ter ˈlaf-tər How to pronounce laughter (audio)
ˈlȧf-
: the action or sound of laughing

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