espièglerie — meaning in English
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English meaning
- mischief noun Playful behaviour that causes minor trouble or annoyance, without real malice.
- monkey business noun Dishonest or underhand behaviour — fiddling figures, cutting corners or quietly breaking the rules — that somebody suspects is going on.
Senses
espièglerie is used for these senses in English:
- mischief (uncountable) Conduct that playfully causes petty annoyance.
- mischief (uncountable) Harm or trouble caused by an agent or brought about by a particular cause.
- monkey business Activity that is mischievous, stupid, or time-wasting. [from mid 19th c.]
mischief — full definition
- noun Playful behaviour that causes minor trouble or annoyance, without real malice.
- noun Harm or damage caused to someone or something.
monkey business — full definition
- noun Dishonest or underhand behaviour — fiddling figures, cutting corners or quietly breaking the rules — that somebody suspects is going on.
- noun Silly or mischievous behaviour, especially by children who should be settling down.