DROLL

Definitions for the word, droll

(n.) One whose practice it is to raise mirth by odd tricks; a jester; a buffoon; a merry-andrew.

(n.) Something exhibited to raise mirth or sport, as a puppet, a farce, and the like.

(superl.) Queer, and fitted to provoke laughter; ludicrous from oddity; amusing and strange.

(v. i.) To jest; to play the buffoon.

(v. t.) To lead or influence by jest or trick; to banter or jest; to cajole.

(v. t.) To make a jest of; to set in a comical light.