Drolling

/ˈdroʊlɪŋ/ verb

Definition

Present participle of droll; speaking or acting in a droll manner; engaging in amusement or witty banter.

Etymology

From 'droll' (verb) with the present participle suffix '-ing.' The base word comes from French 'drôle' meaning 'funny' or 'odd,' originally possibly from Dutch or Germanic sources.

Kelly Says

Using 'drolling' as a present participle creates a sense of casual, ongoing humor—it suggests someone is habitually amusing and whimsical rather than simply making one joke.

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