make a joke of (something)To mock something or make something a subject of humor, especially something that should be treated seriously. You shouldn't make a joke of suicideTom's mother took her own life when he was still in high school. It's great that they can make a joke of this, but we could all be fired if something doesn't change!See also: joke, make, ofmake a ˈjoke of something laugh about something that is serious or should be taken seriously: Dont make a joke of it! I could lose my job because of this!See also: joke, make, of, somethingSee also:- a fast talker
- a/the feel of (something)
- (I) wouldn't (do something) if I were you
- a horse of another
- a horse of another color
- a horse of another colour
- a straw will show which way the wind blows
- a crack at (someone or something)
- all right
- (you) wanna make something of it?
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