spree

UK: spriː | US: spriː

Definition
  1. n. a period of unrestrained activity or indulgence, especially in spending money or revelry.

  2. n. a sudden burst of energetic activity.

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Etymology

The word "spree" originated in the early 19th century, possibly from the Irish word "spre" (meaning "lively, spirited") or the Scottish Gaelic "spreidh" (meaning "cattle raid," implying sudden, energetic action). It evolved to describe a lively outburst of activity, often with a sense of excess or abandon, particularly in contexts like shopping ("shopping spree") or celebration.

Examples
  1. She went on a shopping spree and bought three new dresses.

  2. After the exam, the students went on a celebratory spree downtown.

  3. The team’s scoring spree in the second half secured their victory.

  4. He regretted his spending spree when he saw his credit card bill.

  5. The festival turned into a wild spree of music and dancing.