Knockabout
noun
Informal, playful behavior that is often rough and unrefined.
The children were always engaging in knockabout play at the park.
Usage tips
Informal
knockabout humor,knockabout style,knockabout fun
adjective
Describing something as makeshift or informal.
He wore a knockabout shirt to the barbecue, something casual and comfortable.
Usage tips
Colloquial
knockabout clothing,knockabout style,knockabout behavior
noun
Informal, playful behavior that is often rough and unrefined.
The children were always engaging in knockabout play at the park.
Usage tips
Informal
knockabout humor,knockabout style,knockabout fun
adjective
Describing something as makeshift or informal.
He wore a knockabout shirt to the barbecue, something casual and comfortable.
Usage tips
Colloquial
knockabout clothing,knockabout style,knockabout behavior
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Playful
Describes fun activities that may be rough.
Example: Children often enjoy playful 'knockabout' games.
Pro Tip 2/3Casual Setting
Best used in informal contexts.
Example: His knockabout style suited the laid-back party atmosphere.
Pro Tip 3/3Vague Meaning
Can have different interpretations based on context.
Example: The knockabout nature of their discussion hinted at underlying seriousness.
Pro Tip 1/3Playful
Describes fun activities that may be rough.
Example: Children often enjoy playful 'knockabout' games.
Pro Tip 2/3Casual Setting
Best used in informal contexts.
Example: His knockabout style suited the laid-back party atmosphere.
Pro Tip 3/3Vague Meaning
Can have different interpretations based on context.
Example: The knockabout nature of their discussion hinted at underlying seriousness.
Pro Tip 1/3Playful
Describes fun activities that may be rough.
Example: Children often enjoy playful 'knockabout' games.
Pro Tip 2/3Casual Setting
Best used in informal contexts.
Example: His knockabout style suited the laid-back party atmosphere.
Pro Tip 3/3Vague Meaning
Can have different interpretations based on context.
Example: The knockabout nature of their discussion hinted at underlying seriousness.
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