First Known Use: 1855
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shenanigan
noun she·nan·i·gan \shə-ˈna-ni-gən\
Definition of SHENANIGAN
1
: a devious trick used especially for an underhand purpose
2
a : tricky or questionable practices or conduct —usually used in plural b : high-spirited or mischievous activity —usually used in plural
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Origin of SHENANIGAN
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- Synonyms
- devilishness, devilment, devilry (or deviltry), diablerie, espièglerie, hob, impishness, knavery, mischievousness, rascality, roguery, roguishness, shenanigan(s), waggery, waggishness, wickedness
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