Phrase guide

for shits and giggles

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

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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, vulgar

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: for grins, for the heck of it, for the lulz

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

Possibly from the act of shitting (i.e. nonsensical acts or farting) and then giggling as a result of it.