badinage
noun
Pronunciation: ˈbæd.ɪ.nɑːʒ
Definition
Humorous or witty conversation that is light and playful in tone.
Examples
The political rivals surprised the audience with their friendly badinage before the debate began.
She was known for her sharp wit and constant badinage with her coworkers.
The film relies heavily on the clever badinage between the two lead characters to keep the plot moving.
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