Kid around In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "kid around", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Katie Anh calendar 2022-06-08 03:06

Meaning of Kid around

Synonyms:

make jokes , make fun

Kid around spoken language verb phrase

To be not serious to make jokes or tease someone.

Jane really loves kids. She enjoys kidding around with them.

This is important, so stop kidding around and listen to me.

Don't mind his words. He was just kidding around.

Go to bed now! I'm not kidding around.

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Grammar and Usage of Kid around

Verb Forms

  • kid around
  • kidded around
  • kids around
  • be kidding around
The verb should be conjugated with its tense.
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