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gallivanting

 [gal-uh-vant, gal-uh-vant]  

gal·li·vant

   [gal-uh-vant, gal-uh-vant]
verb (used without object)
1.
to wander about, seeking pleasure or diversion; gad.
2.
to go about with members of the opposite sex.
Also, galavant.

Origin:
1815–25; perhaps fanciful alteration of gallant

Related forms
gal·li·vant·er, noun
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