Rough-and-tumble
Pronunciation: /ˈɹəf- ˈænd- ˈtəmbəɫ/
Rough-and-tumble (noun)
- a type of play that involves energetic and sometimes chaotic physical activity.
- a situation that is disorderly and full of confusion or conflict.
Examples
- The children engaged in rough-and-tumble on the playground.
- Puppies often enjoy a bit of rough-and-tumble with each other.
Common collocations: engage in rough-and-tumble, enjoy rough-and-tumble, rough-and-tumble environment, rough-and-tumble of opinions