Phrase guide

for grins

prep_phrase · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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prep_phrase

Meaning 1

For no particular reason, just because it is fun or entertaining; or to relieve boredom.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: idiomatic

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: for the heck of it

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

Originally, for no other purpose but to make one smile.