Definition of prank
: trick:a obsolete : a malicious actb : a mildly mischievous actc : a ludicrous act
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Examples of prank in a Sentence
He enjoys playing pranks on his friends.
as a prank, several students managed to change all the classroom clocks to different times
Origin and Etymology of prank
obsolete prank to play tricks
First Known Use: circa 1529
prank
Definition of prank
intransitive verb
: to show oneself off
transitive verb
: to dress or adorn gaily or showily
Origin and Etymology of prank
probably from Dutch pronken to strut; akin to Middle High German gebrunkel glitter of metal
First Known Use: 15th century
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playDefinition of prank for English Language Learners
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: a trick that is done to someone usually as a joke
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