Floosies

Part of speech: noun

Definitions

1. Characterizing individuals who are deemed frivolous or lacking in seriousness; often referred to as lighthearted or somewhat irresponsible in behavior; denoting a casual attitude towards life's responsibilities and commitments
2. Describing people exhibiting a carefree or superficial nature, typically engaging in trivial pursuits; sometimes associated with a lack of depth or seriousness in personal traits; reflecting an inclination toward fun over responsibility
3. Referring to those who embrace a playful, nonchalant lifestyle, potentially at the expense of deeper commitments; illustrating a tendency to prioritize enjoyment and frivolity in social contexts; suggesting an outlook that may sideline important obligations

Etymology: The plural "floosies" comes from "floozy," an American slang noun that first appears in the early twentieth century. Its origin is uncertain. A common suggestion is that it comes from "flossy," an 1890s slang adjective for showy, fashionable things, but no source confirms the link. The earliest senses were not lighthearted at all. The word described a woman of loose morals, often a prostitute or a showy, cheap companion of a man. The meaning given in your request, a frivolous or irresponsible attitude toward life, is not how the word was used. Its sense concerned a woman's sexual reputation, not her seriousness. Its later uses in print and speech stayed close to that disparaging sense, often with a note of flashy, cheap glamour.