Definition of romp
2a : high-spirited, carefree, and boisterous playb : something suggestive of such play: such as (1) : a light fast-paced narrative, dramatic, or musical work usually in a comic mood (2) : an episode of lovemaking
3 : an easy winning pace; also : runaway 3
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Examples of romp in a Sentence
The dogs love a good romp through the woods.
The game turned into a romp in the second half.
His latest film is a wildly amusing romp.
Origin and Etymology of romp
partly alteration of 2ramp; partly alteration of ramp bold woman
First Known Use: 1671
romp
Definition of romp
intransitive verb
1 : to run or play in a lively, carefree, or boisterous manner
2 : to move or proceed in a brisk, easy, or playful manner
3 : to win a contest easily
Examples of romp in a Sentence
The kids were romping in the yard.
the kids romped on the lawn until dinner was ready
Origin and Etymology of romp
alteration of 1ramp
First Known Use: 1662
ROMP Defined for English Language Learners
romp
playDefinition of romp for English Language Learners
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: an enjoyable time of rough and noisy play
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: an easy victory
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: an enjoyable and lively movie, book, play, etc.
romp
Definition of romp for English Language Learners
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: to play in a rough and noisy way
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: to easily win a race, contest, etc.
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: to move, go, or proceed in a quick, easy, or playful way
ROMP Defined for Kids
Definition of romp for Students
romped
;romping
: to play in a rough and noisy way
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