noun.
An instance of driving a motor vehicle in a carefree or reckless manner, especially a vehicle which has been taken without the permission of the owner.
noun.
A ride taken for enjoyment.
verb.
To take a joyride.
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noun.
a ride in a car taken solely for pleasure
verb.
ride in a car with no particular goal and just for the pleasure of it
Word Usage
"INDIANAPOLIS (AP) The Indiana Pacers 'joyride is over."