noun
a word or phrase that has a double meaning or that is used in a humorous way
preposition
used before 'words' to show that the words are being used in a playful or clever manner
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The author's clever play on words added depth to the novel.
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I love it when comedians use a play on words to make jokes.
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That meme was hilarious because of the play on words it used.
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His arguments were full of play on words, making it hard to distinguish the truth.