crap around

C1 slang inseparable intransitive

In simple words

To waste time doing nothing useful, or to treat people badly.

Meanings

1 C1 idiomatic slang

rare

To waste time or behave in an irresponsible, pointless way.

"Stop crapping around and get the report finished."

Grammar: inseparable

2 C1 idiomatic slang

rare

To treat someone or something without proper seriousness or respect.

"Don't crap around with the clients — they expect professionalism."

Grammar: inseparable

Usage notes

Considered rude/vulgar. Best avoided in formal or professional settings. More common in North American informal speech. Expresses frustration.

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Base

crap around

I/you/we/they

3rd person

craps around

he/she/it

Past simple

craped around

yesterday

Past participle

craped around

have + pp

-ing form

craping around

continuous

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