Meaning Of The Word Slapstick

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Slapstick Meaning

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What's The Definition Of Slapstick?

slapstick
Slapstick is a simple type of comedy in which the actors behave in a rough and foolish way.

slapstick in American English
an implement made of two flat pieces of wood that slap together loudly when hit against something: sometimes used by clowns to strike others with loud, harmless slaps
characterized by such comedy
adjective: using, or marked by the use of, broad farce and horseplay
noun: broad comedy characterized by boisterous action, as the throwing of pies in actors' faces, mugging, and obvious farcical situations and jokes

slapstick in British English
noun: comedy characterized by horseplay and physical action

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