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hoydenish

/ˈhoʊdɛnɪʃ/ adjective · British & US
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What does hoydenish mean?

adjective

Given to or characteristic of a hoyden; unrefined, boisterous, or tomboyish.

Example

"The hoydenish behavior of the young girls was a source of amusement for the adults."

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