Wordplay (noun)

The manipulation or use of words in a clever, playful or amusing way.

Origin:

The word wordplay is a combination of word and play which is derived from the old english word plegan, meaning "to play".

Examples:

1. The poet used wordplay to create a pun in his poem.
2. The comedian's jokes relied heavily on wordplay.
3. The crossword puzzle was full of wordplay and puns.
4. He enjoyed playing with words and making wordplay jokes.
5. Wordplay is an important aspect of poetry and literature.