What is the meaning of wry?

adjective

  • Humorously sarcastic or mocking.
    • usage: "dry humor"; "an ironic remark often conveys an intended meaning obliquely"; "an ironic novel"; "an ironical smile"; "with a wry Scottish wit"
  • Bent to one side.
    • usage: "a wry neck"
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