Looking for the meaning of the word DROLL in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of DROLL with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.
Word: Droll
Speech Type: Adjective
Etymology:
early 17th century (as an adjective): from French drôle, perhaps from Middle Dutch drolle ‘imp, goblin’
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
drəʊl
Dialects: British English
Definition:
curious or unusual in a way that provokes dry amusement
Short Definition:curious or unusual in way that provokes dry amusement
Examples:- his unique brand of droll self-mockery
Word: Droll
Speech Type: Noun
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
drəʊl
Dialects: British English
Definition:
a jester or entertainer; a buffoon.
Short Definition:jester or entertainer
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