plural romps
informal
1
: an enjoyable time of rough and noisy play
The dogs love a good romp through the woods.
2
: an easy victory
The game turned into a romp in the second half.
3
: an enjoyable and lively movie, book, play, etc.
His latest film is a wildly amusing romp.
4
often humorous
: an act of sexual intercourse
a movie about a businessman having a romp with his secretary
romps; romped; romping
1
: to play in a rough and noisy way
The kids were romping in the yard.
2
: to easily win a race, contest, etc.
—often + to
The home team romped to a 21-6 win/victory.
(chiefly Brit) He is now the favorite to romp home (to victory) in the upcoming election.
3
informal
: to move, go, or proceed in a quick, easy, or playful way
—usually + through
Hundreds of fans romped through the streets.
She romped through the early rounds of the tournament.
The team romped through the season undefeated.
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“Romp.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/romp. Accessed 16 Apr. 2026.
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