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English > 1 sense of the word wellerism:
NOUNcommunicationwellerisma comparison comprising a well-known quotation followed by a facetious sequel
English > wellerism: 1 sense > noun 1, communication
MeaningA comparison comprising a well-known quotation followed by a facetious sequel.
Broaderrhetorical deviceA use of language that creates a literary effect (but often without regard for literal significance)