gambol

Definition of gambol

Verbs

play boisterously
"the gamboling lambs in the meadows"
Synonyms:
cavort, disport, frisk, frolic, lark, lark about, rollick, romp, run around, skylark, sport
Type of:
play
be at play; be engaged in playful activity; amuse oneself in a way characteristic of children

Nouns

gay or light-hearted recreational activity for diversion or amusement
Synonyms:
caper, frolic, play, romp
Types:
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coquetry, dalliance, flirt, flirtation, flirting, toying
playful behavior intended to arouse sexual interest
craziness, folly, foolery, indulgence, lunacy, tomfoolery
foolish or senseless behavior
meshugaas, mishegaas, mishegoss
(Yiddish) craziness; senseless behavior or activity
buffoonery, clowning, frivolity, harlequinade, japery, prank
acting like a clown or buffoon
game
frivolous or trifling behavior
horseplay
rowdy or boisterous play
teasing
playful vexation
word play
playing on words or speech sounds
Type of:
diversion, recreation
an activity that diverts or amuses or stimulates

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