romp

noun

UK/rɒmp/
US/rɑːmp/

Definitions of romp noun

  1. CountableUsually singular

    A lively, often boisterous, and sometimes sexually suggestive form of entertainment or situation.

    • The scandalous headline screamed, "Clergyman Caught in a Sex Romp!"

    • The movie was a romp filled with laughter and harmless sexual innuendo.

    • They had a playful romp on the beach, reveling in the summer sun.

verb

UK/rɒmp/
US/rɑːmp/

Definitions of romp verb

  1. IntransitiveVerb + adv/prep

    To engage in lively, boisterous play, often with running, jumping, and making noise.

    • The puppies romped in the grass, chasing each other playfully.

    • The children romped joyfully around the park, running and playing.

    • We romped in the snow all day until we were exhausted.

Idioms

  • romp home/in

    To win a competition or contest very easily.

    He romped home in the race after his opponent was injured mid-way.

Phrasal Verbs of romp

  • romp through something

    to accomplish a task with ease and efficiency, swiftly achieving success

    She romped through the report with such ease, it was impressive!