English Word · Beginner
pattycake
A childish or time-wasting activity
Pronunciation: /ˈpætikeɪk/
Meaning
A childish or time-wasting activity.
Example
This Cherokee County Sheriff goes about two-fifty and he don't play pattycake. He's gonna wanna know where you were yesterday.
This Cherokee County Sheriff goes about two-fifty and he don't play pattycake. He's gonna wanna know where you were yesterday.
Practice tips
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