jinks

British  

/ dʒɪŋks /

plural noun

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

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jinks Idioms  

1. see high jinks.

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Etymology

Origin of jinks

C18: of unknown origin

Example Sentences

Not everyone goes to the theater to be wowed by verbal pyrotechnics or daredevil plot high jinks.

From Los Angeles Times

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