gallivant

or gal·a·vant

[ gal-uh-vant, gal-uh-vant ]
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verb (used without object)
  1. to wander about, seeking pleasure or diversion; gad.

  2. to go about frivolously and publicly with multiple romantic partners.

Origin of gallivant

1
First recorded in 1815–25; perhaps fanciful alteration of gallant
  • Rarely gal·i·vant .

Other words from gallivant

  • gal·li·vant·er, noun

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British Dictionary definitions for gallivant

gallivant

galivant or galavant

/ (ˈɡælɪˌvænt) /


verb
  1. (intr) to go about in search of pleasure; gad about

Origin of gallivant

1
C19: perhaps whimsical modification of gallant

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