bandie

/ˈbændi/

Definitions

1. verb

to be mischievous or troublesome, especially as a child

“The kids were bandying about in the backyard.”

2. verb

to run or move hastily or unsteadily

“The toddler began to bandy across the room.”

3. noun

a young animal, especially a wild one, that is not yet fully grown

“The zookeeper took care of a baby deer, a fawn, which was a young bandie.”

4. noun

a young bird, especially one that is not yet fully grown

“The fledgling bird was a bandie perched on the windowsill.”

5. verb

to play or move with a clumsy or unsteady gait

“The puppy began to bandy around the park.”

Synonyms

  • hobble
  • limp
  • mischief
  • trouble

Antonyms

  • balance
  • stability
  • steadiness