roughhouse

πŸ“– Definitions

verb tr.

To handle roughly, but in a playful manner.

verb intr.

To engage in boisterous play.

noun

Boisterous play.

πŸ’¬ Usage Examples

β€œAs their child grew older, they’d roughhouse on the lawn, hold sock battles in the living room.” Leigh Duncan; His Favorite Cowgirl; Harlequin; 2014.
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