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 Definitions of gallows humor  [ˈgæl oʊz, -əz]  

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Definition of 'gallows humor' Random House Webster's College Dictionary 

1. (n.) gallows humor
humor that treats serious, frightening, or painful subject matter in a light or satirical way.

Etymology:  (1900–05)


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