rollick

[ rol-ik ]
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verb (used without object)
  1. to move or act in a carefree, frolicsome manner; behave in a free, hearty, lively, or jovial way.

Origin of rollick

1
1820–30; blend of romp and frolic

Other words from rollick

  • rol·lick·er, noun

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British Dictionary definitions for rollick

rollick

/ (ˈrɒlɪk) /


verb
  1. (intr) to behave in a carefree, frolicsome, or boisterous manner

noun
  1. a boisterous or carefree escapade or event

Origin of rollick

1
C19: of Scottish dialect origin, probably from romp + frolic

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