Sporting practice.
Knock about
Example Sentences
"That's a proper Knock about, that is."
"I've never seen such a Knock about in all my life."
Etymology & History
British phrasal verb meaning to spend time casually, or to physically abuse. 'Knocking about London' means wandering around. 'Knocking someone about' means hitting them. The dual meaning requires context to distinguish.
Word Details
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Region
London/Cockney
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Era
Modern
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Language
Mild
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Formality
Informal
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