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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.
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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