Frolicking
/ˈfrɒl.ɪ.kɪŋ/noun
Engaging in playful and light-hearted activity; merry-making.
Did you know?The word 'frolic' comes from the Middle Dutch 'vrolijk', meaning 'cheerful', which was often linked to celebrations and seasonal rituals.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*bʰreu̯gʰ
“to break, to shatter, or to burst forth, suggesting exuberance.”
Old High German
OHG
frōh
“joyful or merry, often used in the context of celebrations.”
Middle Dutch
MDu
vrolijk
“cheerful, lively, often associated with playfulness and joy.”
Middle English
ME
frolicke
“to play or dance in a lively manner, indicating joyous movement.”
Modern English
English
frolicking
“to engage in playful or merry activity, embodying light-heartedness and joy.”
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