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Frolicking Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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frolicking

frol-ick-ing

🇺🇸 /ˈfɹɑɫɪkɪŋ/ · 🇬🇧 /fɹˈɒlɪkɪŋ/

Definition

Context #1 | Verb

playful movement

Frolicking refers to the act of playing and moving about cheerfully and energetically. It often describes playful activities that involve running, jumping, or engaging in fun activities. This term conveys a sense of carefree joy and spontaneity, frequently associated with children or young animals at play. Frolicking is often seen in natural settings, such as parks or fields, enhancing the pleasure of being outdoors.

Synonyms

caper, gambol, play, romp.

Examples of usage

  • The children were frolicking in the sunny meadow.
  • After the rain, the puppies began frolicking in the puddles.
  • She spent the afternoon frolicking with her friends at the beach.

Translations

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Quick facts about “frolicking”

Frolicking is a 3-syllable verb (frol-ick-ing). It is pronounced /ˈfɹɑɫɪkɪŋ/ in American English and /fɹˈɒlɪkɪŋ/ in British English. On finesentence.com it has 1 meaning, 4 synonyms, and translations into 21 languages. It ranks #32,573 among the most common English words.

Origin of 'frolicking'

The word 'frolic' originates from the early 16th century, derived from the Middle Dutch word 'frolic', meaning 'merry' or 'joyful'. Its roots can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic term '*frōlīks', which also means 'joyous'. The suffix '-ing' was added to create the present participle form, 'frolicking', which emphasizes the action of frolic. The term has evolved over time but has maintained its cheerful connotation, often used to describe the lively and spirited movements of children and animals. In literature and poetry, 'frolicking' is frequently associated with the innocent pleasures of youth and nature, making it a beloved word in various contexts.

Rhymes

Frolicking rhymes with rollicking.

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Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #32,573 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.