laughter
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tər, ˈlɑf- noun
2.
an inner quality, mood, disposition, etc., suggestive of laughter; mirthfulness: a man of laughter and goodwill.
3.
an expression or appearance of merriment or amusement.
4.
Archaic. an object of laughter; subject or matter for amusement.
Origin:
before 900; Middle English; Old English hleahtor; cognate with Old High German hlahtar, Old Norse hlātr; see laugh
before 900; Middle English; Old English hleahtor; cognate with Old High German hlahtar, Old Norse hlātr; see laugh
Related forms
laugh·ter·less, adjective
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| —n | |
| 1. | the action of or noise produced by laughing |
| 2. | the experience or manifestation of mirth, amusement, scorn, or joy |
| [Old English hleahtor; related to Old Norse hlātr] | |
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Word Origin & History
laughter
O.E. hleahtor, from P.Gmc. *hlahtraz (cf. O.N. hlatr, Ger. Gelächter); see laugh.
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Example sentences
Images can create intrigue, bring wonder, and cause laughter or inspiration.
It causes laughter and good cheer in this ancient charitable place.
Laughter spreads through the room, and even a chuckle can be heard from the usually aloof king.
There was nothing but the sound of children's voices and laughter.
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