cavorting
|ca-vort-ing|
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/kəˈvɔrtɪŋ/
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/kəˈvɔːtɪŋ/
(cavort)
excited movement
Etymology
Etymology Information
'cavort' originates from the 18th-century American English, possibly an alteration of 'curvet,' a term used in horse riding.
Historical Evolution
'curvet' transformed into 'cavort' in American English, reflecting a more playful and lively connotation.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to a horse's leap, but over time it evolved into its current meaning of lively play.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
engaging in lively and playful activities.
The children were cavorting in the park.
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Last updated: 2025/01/13 16:20