1. a brief joke or amusing remark.
Origin
1965-70, Americanism;
one line +
-er1 Examples from the web for one-liner
- But when a tune makes space, he knocks out a rhythmic volley with the timing and impact of a perfect one-liner.
- Sometimes it is easier to use a one-liner that allows you to say no without making a big scene.
British Dictionary definitions for one-liner
noun 1. (informal) a short joke or witty remark or riposte
Word Origin and History for one-liner
n. "short joke, witty remark," 1969, from one + line.
Slang definitions & phrases for one-liner
one-liner
noun A quick joke or quip; a funny observation; wisecrack: a new neighbor who exchanges one-liners with Lianna in the laundry room (1964+)