joy buzzers

Palm-hidden prank devices

A joy buzzer is a novelty prank device worn in the palm that delivers a startling vibration or mild shock when shaking hands with an unsuspecting victim.

The name is ironic—the joy belongs to the prankster, not the startled recipient.

Joy buzzers are associated with joke shops and childish humor: He got a joy buzzer and fake vomit for his birthday.

Related

party favor · joke shop · surprise · April Fools · mischief · jokes · practical jokes · novelty · tricks · itching powder · snapping gum · laughter · rubber chicken · electric shock · whoopee cushion · shocks · comedy · practical joke

Opposites
intent/function

joy buzzerscomfort objects

Attachment items providing security

soothing balm · medical devices

prank vs. sincere gesture

joy buzzerswarm embrace

Affectionate encircling hold

friendship bracelets · thank you cards · flowers

cultural register

joy buzzersfine jewelry

High-quality decorative pieces

luxury gifts · heirloom pieces · artisanal crafts

Family

joy, buzzer, joys, joyful, joyfully, joyfulness, joyless, joyous, joyously

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Known to kids · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G