put-on

Found in Anh - Anh (Wordnet)

Definition Noun : A ludicrous or grotesque act done for fun and amusement : A "put-on" is a performance or act that is deliberately silly, exaggerated, or absurd, intended to entertain or make people laugh. Something intended to deceive; deliberate trickery intended to gain an advantage : A "put-on" can also refer to a deception, a pretense, or a hoax designed to fool someone, often for persona...