ROLLICKING


Meaning of ROLLICKING in English

~ 1

■ adjective exuberantly lively and amusing.

Derivatives

rollick verb

Origin

C19: prob. dialect, perh. a blend of romp and frolic .

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~ 2

(also rollocking )

■ noun Brit. informal a severe reprimand.

Origin

1930s: euphemistic alt. of bollocking .

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