yuk
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Meaning · English
Something, such as a joke, that causes such a laugh.
Register: slang
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
The latest yuk from Congress is called the balanced-budget amendment. It could wind up making slumps deeper and recoveries more difficult — and that's no joke.
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 “yuk” mean?
Something, such as a joke, that causes such a laugh.
Is “yuk” formal or informal?
yuk is generally slang.