Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
joy-ride
noun
/ˈdʒɔɪ raɪd/
Definition
A ride taken for enjoyment, often in a car, without the permission of the owner.
Examples
- After school, the teenagers decided to go on a joy-ride around the city.
- The police caught him in the act of taking a joy-ride in his neighbor’s car.
- Many people consider joy-rides to be dangerous as they can lead to accidents.
Meaning
The act of driving a vehicle in a carefree or reckless manner, usually for fun, often involving theft or unauthorized use.
Synonyms
- thrill ride
- pleasure trip
- carefree drive
