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knock about

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Verb

  1. To hit (someone or something) all over repeatedly; hence, to behave violently towards or mistreat (someone or something).
  2. To knock back a drink; to finish a drink.
  3. To move or roam around aimlessly.
  4. To move or roam around aimlessly: To live an unconventional life.
  5. To be present at or inhabit a certain place.
  6. To be present at or inhabit a certain place: To engage in a relaxing activity in a place; to hang around in.
  7. To be present at or inhabit a certain place: Often followed by with: to spend time companionably; to hang around.
  8. To be present at or inhabit a certain place: To be mislaid in a place.

Noun

  1. Alternative form of knockabout.

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