Word of the Week: Gadabout

A man stands by the door, addressing two cup-holding party guests: "Hate to end the fun, guys, but I've got somewhere to be!" In his hand is his phone, which has a speech bubble: "Throwing a party tonight!!! (two "party" emojis) U coming?"

Illustrated by Ian D. Loomis

by DOINA PLOP
Deputy Editor

Gadabout (noun)

A person who habitually seeks fun and pleasure.

Steve used to be a restless gadabout but now he’s an art instructor and a busy grandfather of four.

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