farce [fahrs] noun, verb,

1. a light, humorous play in which the plot depends upon a skillfully exploited situation rather than upon the development of character.

2. humor of the type displayed in such works.

3. foolish show; mockery; a ridiculous sham.

4. Cookery. forcemeat.

verb used with object

5. to season a speech or composition, especially with witty material.

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