Meaning & Definition of word "Frisk"

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!