First Known Use: 1691
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1romp
noun \ˈrämp, ˈrȯmp\
: an enjoyable time of rough and noisy play
: an easy victory
: an enjoyable and lively movie, book, play, etc.
Full Definition of ROMP
2
a : high-spirited, carefree, and boisterous play b : something suggestive of such play: 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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Origin of ROMP
partly alteration of 2ramp; partly alteration of ramp bold woman
Related to ROMP
2romp
verb
: to play in a rough and noisy way
: to easily win a race, contest, etc.
: to move, go, or proceed in a quick, easy, or playful way
Full 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
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Origin of ROMP
alteration of 1ramp
First Known Use: 1662
ROMPING Defined for Kids
1romp
verb \ˈrämp\
rompedromp·ing
Definition of ROMP for Kids
: to play in a rough and noisy way
2romp
noun
Definition of ROMP for Kids
: rough and noisy play : frolic
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