she·nan·i·gan
noun \shə-ˈna-ni-gən\
A. Definition of SHENANIGAN
1:a devious trick used especially for an underhand purpose
2a : tricky or questionable practices or conduct —usually used in plural
b : high-spirited or mischievous activity —usually used in plural
Examples of SHENANIGAN
<students engaging in youthful shenanigans on the last day of school>
<an act of vandalism that went way beyond the usual shenanigans at summer camp>
Origin of SHENANIGAN
origin unknown
First Known Use: 1855
noun \shə-ˈna-ni-gən\
A. Definition of SHENANIGAN
1:a devious trick used especially for an underhand purpose
2a : tricky or questionable practices or conduct —usually used in plural
b : high-spirited or mischievous activity —usually used in plural
Examples of SHENANIGAN
<students engaging in youthful shenanigans on the last day of school>
<an act of vandalism that went way beyond the usual shenanigans at summer camp>
Origin of SHENANIGAN
origin unknown
First Known Use: 1855
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