First Known Use: before 12th century
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1lark
noun \ˈlärk\
Definition of LARK
: any of a family (Alaudidae) of chiefly Old World ground-dwelling songbirds that are usually brownish in color; especially : skylark — compare meadowlark
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Origin of LARK
Middle English laveroc, laverke, from Old English lāwerce; akin to Old High German lērihha lark
2lark
noun
Definition of LARK
: a source of or quest for amusement or adventure <thought life was a lark> <entered the race on a lark>
Origin of LARK
3lark
First Known Use: circa 1811
3lark
verb
Definition of LARK
intransitive verb
: to engage in harmless fun or mischief —often used with about
— lark·er noun
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Origin of LARK
probably alteration of lake to frolic
First Known Use: 1813
LARK Defined for Kids
1lark
noun \ˈlärk\
Definition of LARK for Kids
: a usually brownish bird of Europe and Asia that has a pleasant song
2lark
noun
Definition of LARK for Kids
: something done for fun or adventure <She entered the contest on a lark.>
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