Is Galavanting a Word?

Gallivant. Galavant, an alternative spelling of gallivant, is defined as to go from place to place seeking out entertainment and amusement. When you go on a backpacking trip around Europe purely for fun and entertainment, this is an example of when you galavant around Europe.

What does Galavanting mean?

1 informal : to travel, roam, or move about for pleasure been gallivanting all over town. 2 dated, informal : to go about usually ostentatiously or indiscreetly with members of the opposite sex.

Is gallivanting a proper word?

to wander about, seeking pleasure or diversion; gad.