English

Alternative forms

• hanky panky

Noun

hanky-panky ‎(uncountable)

1. Mischievous behaviour, dishonest or shady activity.

   I think there was some hanky-panky with the last election.

2. Sexual intercourse or other sexual activity, especially if illicit.
3. A debaucherous act; a sexual act that is considered inappropriate.

Synonyms

• (sexual behavior): See also Wikisaurus:sexual intercourse

References

1. ↑ William Lindsay Gresham, Monster Midway, a book about circus life and side-shows (published by Victor Gollancz Ltd, London, 1954); some of the chapters in this book appeared as articles in the following magazines: Collier's Weekly, Life, Esquire, True, and The American Weekly. Reference copied from Hokkani boro.