romps
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Noun
romps noun
- Someone who romps; especially, a girl or young woman who indulges in boisterous play; a tomboy.
- A period of boisterous play, a frolic; now especially, a bout of sexual activity, especially when illicit.
- An enjoyable, fast-paced but essentially inconsequential film, play, or other piece of entertainment.
- A decisive victory; a game, match etc. which is won easily.
Verb
romps verb
- To play about roughly, energetically or boisterously.“When the kids're allowed to romp in the bedroom, they break something.”
- (Often used with down) To press forcefully, to encourage vehemently, to oppress.
- To win easily.“England romped to an easy win over Australia.”
- To engage in playful or boisterous sex.
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rollickcavortgambolcaperfrolicdisportplaylaugherfriskhoydentomboyrun aroundwalkawayrunawayshoo-insport
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