What does horseplay mean?
Horseplay means Rough or rowdy play that can often result in unintentional physical harm..
Horseplay
Pronunciation varies by accent · noun
Meaning
Rough or rowdy play that can often result in unintentional physical harm..
Definitions by Sense
- Rough or rowdy play that can often result in unintentional physical harm.
- (intransitive) To engage in horseplay.
Example Sentences
After a little horseplay and floating around, April said "Look over there, it's our skinny dipper." […]
Near-synonym: play fight
[S]he arose at seven o'clock and spent the first hour preparing pancakes while Al and Albert horseplayed.
Synonyms for horseplay
Antonyms for horseplay
Related Words
Word Forms
- horse-play
- horseplays
- horseplaying
- horseplayed
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for horseplay?
Common synonyms include horsing around, roughhousing, horse around, roughhouse.
What is the opposite of horseplay?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use horseplay in a sentence?
After a little horseplay and floating around, April said "Look over there, it's our skinny dipper." […]
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