n.
Function: noun
Etymology: origin unknown
Date: 1565
1 : confused clattering noise : CLAMOR
2 a : social whirl or excitement b : the strain of exciting or trying experiences
3 a : a fraudulent scheme, enterprise, or activity b : a usually illegitimate enterprise made workable by bribery or intimidation c : an easy and lucrative means of livelihood d slang : OCCUPATION , BUSINESS