What does "arse around" mean?

To behave in a clownish, irresponsible or inefficient manner.

What is a synonym for "arse around"?

Common synonyms include: arse about, bum, bum about, bum around, fool, fool around.

verb, slang

verb, slang ·Moderate ·College level

Verb

1
To behave in a clownish, irresponsible or inefficient manner. Commonwealth, Ireland, UK, intransitive, slang
"Quit arsing around and get to work!"
2
indulge in horseplay wordnet
3
be lazy or idle wordnet

"Quit arsing around and get to work!"