funny bone

• Terme humoristique désignant le nerf cubital au niveau du coude, dont la percussion provoque une sensation de fourmillement ; sert aussi au sens figuré pour évoquer le sens de l'humour.

A humorous term for the ulnar nerve at the elbow, which produces a tingling sensation when struck; also used figuratively to refer to a sense of humor.

1. Elbow's ulnar nerveB1informal

   The area at the back of the elbow where the ulnar nerve is close to the skin, causing a tingling sensation when hit.

   nerf ulnaire au coude / « petit juif »

   • He hit his funny bone on the edge of the table and felt a sharp tingle.
   • Be careful not to bump your funny bone on the door frame.
   • The doctor explained that the funny bone is actually a nerve, not a bone.

2. Sense of humorB2informal

   A person's ability to appreciate or express humor.

   sens de l'humour

   • She has a great funny bone and always makes everyone laugh.
   • His funny bone is tickled by clever wordplay.
   • You need a good funny bone to enjoy that comedian's jokes.