Bepranked

/bɪˈpræŋkt/ adjective

Definition

Dressed up in costume or elaborate clothing, often for a joke or prank.

Etymology

Past tense/participial form of 'beprank.' Describes the state of being dressed up or costumed.

Kelly Says

Medieval jesters and performers would show up 'bepranked' in wild costumes—the word perfectly captures that sense of deliberate, theatrical silliness meant to surprise and amuse.

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