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Synonyms of hanky-panky

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Another word for hanky-panky is intercourse. Other synonyms of hanky-panky are jiggery-pokery, joining and jig-jig.

Synonyms and similar words for hanky-panky

nounAmorous behaviour, making out, necking, sex or other sexual activity, especially if illicit.

Meaning of hanky-panky

  1. noun Mischievous behaviour; dishonest or shady activity.
  2. noun Amorous behaviour, making out, necking, sex or other sexual activity, especially if illicit.
  3. noun A debaucherous act; a sexual act that is considered inappropriate.

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Questions about synonyms of hanky-panky

What is another word for hanky-panky?
Hanky-panky has 97 synonyms on Word.ws, such as intercourse, jiggery-pokery, joining and jig-jig.
What does hanky-panky mean?
Hanky-panky means mischievous behaviour; dishonest or shady activity.

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