Daredeviltry

/ˈdeɪrdevəltri/ noun

Definition

Reckless, daring, or extremely dangerous behavior; the quality or practice of performing risky stunts or actions without proper caution.

Etymology

From 'daredevil' plus the suffix '-try' (variant of '-ry'), indicating practice or behavior. Another variant of 'daredevilry' with identical meaning.

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Both 'daredevilry' and 'daredeviltry' exist, and while they mean the same thing, the extra syllable in 'daredeviltry' gives it a more old-fashioned, storybook quality!

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