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- Dictionaryshenanigans/ʃɪˈnanɪɡ(ə)nz/
plural
- 1. secret or dishonest activity or manoeuvring: informal "the chairman was accused of financial shenanigans"
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noun. she· nan· i· gan shə-ˈna-ni-gən. Synonyms of shenanigan. 1. : a devious trick used especially for an underhand purpose. 2. a. : tricky or questionable practices or conduct usually used in plural. b. : high-spirited or mischievous activity usually used in plural. Did you know?
SHENANIGANS definition: 1. secret or dishonest activities, usually of a complicated type: 2. silly behaviour that is…. Learn more.
a mischievous or deceitful trick, practice, etc. shenanigan. / ʃɪˈnænɪɡən / noun. usually plural roguishness; mischief. an act of treachery; deception. Discover More. Word History and Origins. Origin of shenanigan 1. An Americanism dating back to 1850–55; of obscure origin. Discover More. Word History and Origins. Origin of shenanigan 1.
Definition of shenanigans noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
Definitions of shenanigan. noun. the use of tricks to deceive someone (usually to extract money from them) synonyms: chicane, chicanery, guile, trickery, wile. see more. noun. reckless or malicious behavior that causes discomfort or annoyance in others.
You can use shenanigans to refer to rather dishonest or immoral behaviour, especially when you think it is amusing or interesting.
Jun 2, 2024 · shenanigan (countable and uncountable, plural shenanigans) ( countable ) A deceitful confidence trick, or mischief causing discomfort or annoyance. I spotted his next shenanigan – saw it coming – and so avoided being fooled.
