I. ˈpraŋk noun
Etymology: obsolete prank to play tricks
Date: circa 1529
: trick:
a. obsolete : a malicious act
b. : a mildly mischievous act
c. : a ludicrous act
II. verb
Etymology: probably from Dutch pronken to strut; akin to Middle High German ge brunkel glitter of metal
Date: 15th century
intransitive verb
: to show oneself off
transitive verb
: to dress or adorn gaily or showily