jest

a humorous anecdote or remark intended to provoke laughter; "he told a very funny joke"; "he knows a million gags"; "thanks for the laugh"; "he laughed unpleasantly at his own jest"; "even a schoolboy's jape is supposed to have some ascertainable point"

activity characterized by good humor

tell a joke; speak humorously; "He often jokes even when he appears serious"

act in a funny or teasing way