The Clue
Pranks (6 letter answer)
The Answer
CAPERS
Tags
Notes
The answer CAPERS is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 1100 puzzles.
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Definition
CAPER as a noun:
1. any of numerous plants of the genus Capparis
2. pickled flower buds used as a pungent relish in various dishes and sauces
3. (caper, job) = a crime (especially a robbery); "the gang pulled off a bank job in St. Louis"
4. (caper, capriole) = a playful leap or hop
5. (play, frolic, romp, gambol, caper) = gay or light-hearted recreational activity for diversion or amusement; "it was all done in play"; "their frolic in the surf threatened to become ugly"
6. (antic, joke, prank, trick, caper, put-on) = a ludicrous or grotesque act done for fun and amusement
CAPER as a verb:
1. jump about playfully