Spree

/spriː/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A lively or wild outburst of activity, often involving spending money freely.

After receiving her bonus, she went on a shopping spree at the mall.

An unrestrained indulgence in an activity.

The kids had a pizza spree, eating as many slices as they could.

A period of excessive or uncontrolled behavior or activity.

The company went on a hiring spree to expand its workforce rapidly.

From the Scottish 'spre', meaning 'to leap or jump'.

shopping spree

An occasion when someone buys a lot of things in a short time.

killing spree

A series of violent acts or attacks in a short time.

spree killer

A person who commits a series of murders in a short period.

binge

A short period of unrestrained activity.

celebrate

To observe a notable occasion with festivities.

frenzy

A state of uncontrolled excitement or wild behavior.

Going all out on a particular purchase or activity.

After saving up, I decided to go on a total spree for my new apartment.

Engaging in a lot of enjoyable or reckless activities in a short time.

They hit the bars last night and had a wild spree.