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A practical joke (also known as a prank, gag, jape or shenanigan) is a mischievous trick or joke played on someone, typically causing the victim to experience embarrassment, indignity, or discomfort.

My father had only one major character flaw: He was an incorrigible practical joker. One of Dad’s favorite party gags was to soak his right hand under the faucet, then approach a newly arrived guest, ...

I’m not a practical joker, but I occasionally enjoy a good, safe practical joke. When in high school, our principle held three jobs — football coach, math teacher and disciplinarian or dean of boys.