slapstick

noun

A boisterous form of comedy marked by chases, collisions, and crude practical jokes.

noun

A paddle designed to produce a loud whacking sound, formerly used by performers in farces.

noun

physical comedy, e.g. slipping on a banana peel, exaggeratedly losing balance, walking into walls etc.

noun

a pair of sticks tied together at one end and used to create a slapping sound effect for (1)

noun

a boisterous comedy with chases and collisions and practical jokes

adjective

characterized by horseplay and physical action

noun

acoustic device consisting of two paddles hinged together; used by an actor to make a loud noise without inflicting injury when striking someone