To play, run around, or behave in a playful and lively way; to enjoy yourself in a carefree manner.
From Dutch 'frolick,' possibly from 'vrolijk' (merry/happy). It entered English in the 1500s as both a verb and noun describing playful behavior.
Dolphins are famous for 'frolicking' in the ocean—scientists initially thought they were just playing, but research shows frolicking is actually practice for hunting, communication, and bonding, making the joyful play more purposeful than it appears.
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