frolic

frolic
[ frol-ik ] Show IPA
verb

to play in a frisky, light-spirited manner

"Frolic" means to play in a frisky, carefree manner, often with lots of energy. The word comes from Old French meaning "to leap or jump." So, if you're in the mood for some fun and light-hearted play, it's time to frolic your way through the day.


More about frolic
First recorded around 1540 as an adjective meaning “merry.”
From Dutch vrolijk, meaning “joyful;” the Dutch suffix -lijk is related to -ly and -like;.
EXAMPLES OF FROLIC

The puppy would frolic in the yard, chasing leaves and yapping at birds.
The baby elephant loves to frolic in the water.


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