DICTIONARY ENTRY
2 SYLLABLES
slapstick
/'slæp,stɪk/ · slæpstɪk
Slapstick has 2 syllables: slap · stick.
slap
01
stick
02
noun. A boisterous comedy with chases and collisions and practical jokes.
noun. Acoustic device consisting of two paddles hinged together; used by an actor to make a loud noise without inflicting injury when striking someone.
adjective. Characterized by horseplay and physical action.
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