joning

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Meaning · English

The act of joning (roasting) someone; banter.

Register: slang

Where it’s used: Used American English

Examples

In this city there is another name for the Dozens, "joaning." […] "Joaning" is reported by children from middle and upper-class families.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “joning” mean?

The act of joning (roasting) someone; banter.

Is “joning” formal or informal?

joning is generally slang.