roughhousing

[ruhf-hou-zing]

roughhousing Definition

rough or noisy play, especially by children.

Using roughhousing: Examples

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  • Example

    The kids were roughhousing in the backyard.

  • Example

    I don't allow roughhousing in the house.

roughhousing Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for roughhousing

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Summary: roughhousing in Brief

'Roughhousing' [ruhf-hou-zing] refers to rough or noisy play, typically by children. It is often characterized by horseplay, rough play, or play fighting. An example of its use is 'The kids were roughhousing in the backyard.'

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