👉 To show mirth, satisfaction, or derision, by peculiar movement of the muscles of the face, particularly of the mouth, causing a lighting up of the face and eyes, and usually accompanied by the emission of explosive or chuckling sounds from the chest and throat; to indulge in laughter.
Alright class, settle down, let's take a look!
Today we’re tackling “laughing,” a wonderfully joyful sound. The dictionary has given us a pretty detailed definition, so let’s break it down bit by bit, shall we?
It says laughing is about more than just making a noise – it’s showing how you
feel
. It can be because something's truly funny, like a silly joke that makes you reel.
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Or maybe it's because you feel pleased and bright,
A happy feeling shining with delight!
But sometimes laughing has a different guise,
Showing amusement with a knowing rise.
It can be derision – a playful tease, you see,
A lighthearted chuckle, wonderfully free!
Let’s look at the parts of the definition:
“Peculiar movement of the muscles…”
- Think about your face when you laugh! Your cheeks go red, your eyes twinkle bright, and your mouth curves with glee. It's a physical reaction to something good!
“…lighting up of the face and eyes…”
– That’s right! It's like your whole face is saying "I’m happy!"
“Explosive or chuckling sounds…”
- This is the sound itself, that bubbly, joyful noise we all know. A giggle, a guffaw, a hearty roar – it depends on how you feel!
“…emission of explosive or chuckling sounds from the chest and throat”
– It’s coming from deep inside you, isn't it?
So, laughing is really about expressing joy, amusement, or even playful teasing through your face
and
your voice. It’s a beautiful way to connect with others and share a moment of happiness!
Do you have any questions about what we just discussed? Let’s chat about why laughter makes us feel so good…