What does "fool with" mean?

To involve oneself with in a dangerous and reckless manner.

What is a synonym for "fool with"?

Common synonyms include: dabble, dally, fiddle, fiddle faddle, fidget, flirt.

verb

verb ·Rare ·Advanced level

Verb

1
To involve oneself with in a dangerous and reckless manner. transitive
"If you fool with the Mafia, expect to get hurt."

"If you fool with the Mafia, expect to get hurt."