maffick

verb maf·fick \ˈma-fik\

Definition of MAFFICK

intransitive verb

: to celebrate with boisterous rejoicing and hilarious behavior

back-formation from Mafeking Night, English celebration of the lifting of the siege of Mafeking, South Africa, May 17, 1900

First Known Use: 1900

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