Associations to the word «Slapstick»
Noun
Wiktionary
SLAPSTICK, noun. (uncountable) A style of humor focusing on physical comedy, such as slipping on a banana peel, and with foolish characters who get into humiliating situations.
SLAPSTICK, noun. (countable) A pair of sticks attached at one end and used to create a slapping sound effect, used especially in slapstick comedy; a type of clapper.
Dictionary definition
SLAPSTICK, noun. A boisterous comedy with chases and collisions and practical jokes.
SLAPSTICK, noun. Acoustic device consisting of two paddles hinged together; used by an actor to make a loud noise without inflicting injury when striking someone.
SLAPSTICK, adjective. Characterized by horseplay and physical action; "slapstick style of humor".
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