Romp: meaning, definitions and examples

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romp

 

[ rษ’mp ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

play energetically

To romp means to play or move in a lively, energetic manner, often involving physical activity and fun. This term is frequently used to describe children or animals that are playing in a rambunctious manner. Romping can include running, jumping, and tumbling around in a carefree way. It often conveys a sense of joy and excitement during playtime.

Synonyms

cavort, frolic, gambol, play.

Examples of usage

  • The puppies romped in the yard, chasing each other around.
  • The children loved to romp in the park after school.
  • We spent the afternoon romping at the beach.
  • The kitten began to romp around the room, pouncing on everything.
Context #2 | Noun

lively play

A romp refers to a lively or energetic play session, typically involving fun and boisterous activity. This term is commonly used to describe playful activity among children or animals, characterized by exuberance and carefree enjoyment. A romp can involve various forms of play, such as running, jumping, and tumbling, often leading to laughter and a joyful atmosphere.

Synonyms

frolic, gambol, junket, playtime.

Examples of usage

  • The kids had a delightful romp in the backyard.
  • Their romp across the field brought smiles to everyone watching.
  • The dog's romp at the park was a sight to behold.
  • After a long romp, they were all exhausted but happy.

Translations

Translations of the word "romp" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น romper

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคคเฅ‹เคกเคผเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช zerbrechen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ merobek

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะปะฐะผะฐั‚ะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ล‚amaฤ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็ ดใ‚‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท casser

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ romper

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท koparmak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ถ€์ˆ˜๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูƒุณุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ rozbรญt

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ zlomiลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ‰“็ ด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ razbiti

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ brjรณta

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัั‹ะฝะดั‹ั€ัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒแƒขแƒ”แƒฎแƒ•แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sฤฑndฤฑrmaq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ romper

Etymology

The term 'romp' originated in the early 17th century, deriving from the earlier dialectal word 'romp', which meant to leap or jump about. It is thought to be imitative of the sounds associated with the lively movements of playful activities. The exact etymology and formation of the word have connections to multiple languages, including possibly the Middle Dutch 'rompen', meaning to romp or tumble. Over time, 'romp' evolved to encompass a broader range of playful activities, especially those that are lively and energetic. The playful essence of the word has remained intact, making it a popular choice when describing childrenโ€™s and animalsโ€™ carefree play. Today, 'romp' is widely used in casual conversation as well as in literature to evoke a sense of joy, excitement, and unrestricted fun.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #27,894, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.