1. The witty use of words or phrases in a way that exploits multiple meanings or similar-sounding words for humorous or rhetorical effect
The comedian's routine was full of clever wordplay that had the audience laughing.
O roteiro do comediante estava cheio de jogos de palavras inteligentes que fizeram a plateia rir.
2. A pun or play on words used in writing or speech
Shakespeare was famous for his wordplay in his sonnets and plays.
Shakespeare era famoso por seus jogos de palavras em seus sonetos e peças.