Associations to the word «Slapstick»

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.

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".