jinks

/ dʒɪŋks /

plural noun

1. boisterous or mischievous play (esp in the phrase high jinks )

Word History and Origins

Origin of jinks¹

C18: of unknown origin

Idioms and Phrases

see high jinks.

Example Sentences

In Sloane Crosley’s second novel, ‘Cult Classic,’ a woman on the verge of engagement finds herself running into ex after ex; delightful high jinks ensue.

From Los Angeles Times

Certainly the high jinks have caught the attention of those in Australia, who have put the sandpaper down long enough to have their say on England's morals.

From BBC

Still, it’s a bit surreal to hear the announcers obsess over Sonny’s high jinks in the back of the pack while ignoring the winners.

From Los Angeles Times

McDonald is game for the high jinks but doesn’t always seem natural gamboling about the stage.

From Los Angeles Times

The evening was a test for comedy, decorum, free speech and what kind of comedic high jinks the new Trump-appointed administration of the Washington center would tolerate.

From Los Angeles Times