play a joke on

Found in Anh - Anh (Wordnet)

Definition Verb phrase : - To deceive someone playfully : To trick someone in a humorous or lighthearted manner, often as part of a prank or jest, without intending serious harm. - To subject someone to a playful hoax : To cause someone to believe something that is not true, for the purpose of amusement. Usage and Examples The primary use is to describe the action of performing a harmless trick...