Meaning & Definition of word "Frisk"
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Frisk
/frɪsk/
noun:
- 1. A playful or lively movement.
- Example: The child had a frisk as he ran toward his friends.
verb:
- 1. To search someone for concealed items by patting down their clothing.
- Example: The security guard had to frisk the suspicious individual before allowing him to enter the event.
- 2. To move about playfully or with excitement.
- Example: The puppy began to frisk around the garden, chasing its tail and hopping in the air.
Etymology
Middle English 'frisken', from Scandinavian origin; akin to Old Norse 'friskr' meaning lively.
Common Phrases and Expressions
frisk around:
To move about playfully or energetically.
frisk up:
To give a lively or playful movement to something.
Related Words
search:
To look for something in a thorough way.
pat down:
To touch someone gently, especially a police officer searching for weapons.
Slang Meanings of frisk
Meaning: To have fun or enjoy oneself playfully.
Example Sentence: We spent the afternoon just frisking around the park.
Meaning: To engage in lighthearted or silly behavior.
Example Sentence: Stop frisking about and focus on your work!