scamp
UK: skæmp | US: skæmp
n. a mischievous or playful person, especially a child
vt. (archaic) to perform or finish something hastily or carelessly
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The word "scamp" originated in the late 18th century, initially meaning "highway robber" or "rascal," likely derived from the obsolete verb "scamp," meaning "to roam" or "to flee." Its playful connotation emerged later, influenced by associations with mischievous behavior. The word’s brevity and sharp sound reflect its cheeky, lighthearted essence.
The little scamp hid his sister’s shoes as a prank.
In his youth, he was known as a cheerful scamp.
(Archaic) The builder scamped the work, leaving the roof unstable.
Don’t let that scamp trick you into sharing your candy!
The novel’s protagonist was a lovable scamp who outwitted the villains.