Prank1. (v. t.) To adorn in a showy manner; to dress or equip ostentatiously; -- often followed by up; as, to prank up the body. See Prink.
2. (v. i.) To make ostentatious show.
3. (n.) A gay or sportive action; a ludicrous, merry, or mischievous trick; a caper; a frolic.
4. (a.) Full of gambols or tricks.
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