double entendre

• Mot ou expression ayant deux sens, dont l'un est généralement humoristique, osé ou à connotation sexuelle. Souvent utilisé dans un jeu de mots subtil ou spirituel.

A word or phrase that has two meanings, one of which is usually humorous, risqué, or sexually suggestive. It is often used in witty or clever wordplay.

1. Double meaning phraseB2informal

   A word or phrase that has two meanings, one of which is often risqué or humorous.

   double sens

   • The comedian's joke was a clever double entendre.
   • She used a double entendre that made the audience laugh.
   • The advertisement contained a subtle double entendre.