Definition of Spoof
Spoof
spoof


Definition/Meaning
(noun)
in informal usage, a comedic imitation or parody of something, especially a film or a film genre, in which the characteristic features of the film/genre are exaggerated for humorous effect;

e.g. Saturday Night Live famously created a spoof of this movie series.

(noun)
a joke or trick that is played on someone, or an attempt to deceive someone and subject them to a hoax;

e.g. His latest spoof involves pretending that he is lost and asking strangers for directions.

(verb)
to imitate something or someone and exaggerate their characteristic features as a form of comedy or good-natured fun;

e.g. These movies spoof the genre of action movies.

(verb)
to trick or deceive someone or subject them to a hoax;

e.g. It is dangerous to spoof law enforcement by providing false information.



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