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| caper1 |
to leap, hop, or skip about in a playful way; frolic. [3 definitions] |
| frolic |
to act in a playful way by romping about, making merry, or playing jokes. |
| jest |
to act or speak in a funny, playful way; joke. [1/2 definitions] |
| mischief |
bad behavior that is often playful but can be annoying or dangerous to others. [1/2 definitions] |
| monkey |
one who acts like a monkey, being playful and mischievous. [1/3 definitions] |
| otter |
a mammal with brown fur, a long body, short legs, and webbed feet. Otters live in the water where they eat fish, frogs, and other water animals. Different kinds of otters are found in most parts of the world. They live in groups and are very playful. Otters are related to skunks, badgers, and other kinds of weasels. |
| pixy |
a fairy or elf who is playful or full of mischief. |
| playful |
If someone is in a playful mood, they are cheerful and feel like having fun. If an animal is playful, they have energy and seem to like to play. |
| tease |
to make fun of or try to annoy in a playful or cruel way. [1/2 definitions] |
| trick or treat |
used as a playful greeting and request while carrying out the Halloween tradition of trick or treat. [1/2 definitions] |
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