joy

See also Joy

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /ʤɔɪ/

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Noun

Singular joy

Plural joys

1. (uncountable) Joy is a feeling of great happiness and pleasure.

   They will be a source of strength and joy in your life.

2. (countable) A joy is something that causes joy or happiness.

   Lisa is a joy to have in class.

   Seeing your child smile for the first time is one of the joys of being a parent.

Related words

• bundle of joy
• rejoice
• joystick