slapstick
nounA boisterous form of comedy marked by chases, collisions, and crude practical jokes.
nounA paddle designed to produce a loud whacking sound, formerly used by performers in farces.
nouna pair of sticks tied together at one end and used to create a slapping
a boisterous comedy with chases and collisions and practical jokes
adjectivecharacterized by horseplay and physical action
nounacoustic device consisting of two paddles hinged together; used by an actor to make a loud noise without inflicting injury when striking someone