knockabout

• Описывает что-либо, особенно одежду или мебель, подходящее для грубого или повседневного использования; также описывает тип шумной комедии или представления.

Describes something, especially clothing or a piece of furniture, that is suitable for rough or casual use; also describes a type of boisterous comedy or performance.

1. Rough and playfulB2informal

   Full of rough, energetic, and exuberant spirit, often in a boisterous way.

   Грубоватый и игривый

   • He is a knockabout sort of fellow, always joking and wrestling.
   • The knockabout puppy knocked over the vase with its excitement.
   • She has a knockabout sense of humor that makes everyone laugh.

   Синонимыboisterouslivelyrambunctiousrollickingrough-and-tumblerowdyspirited

   Антонимыcalmgentlequietserioussolemntame

2. Durable and practicalB2informal

   Suitable for rough use or hard wear; tough and practical.

   Прочный и практичный

   • These knockabout jeans are perfect for working in the garden.
   • I need a knockabout jacket for hiking and camping.
   • The knockabout furniture can withstand children's play.

   Синонимыdurablepracticalruggedserviceablesturdytoughutilitarian

   Антонимыdelicateflimsyfragile

• Существительное, обозначающее тип шлюпа с упрощённым такелажем и без бушприта.

A noun referring to a type of sloop that has a simplified rig and lacks a bowsprit.

1. Type of sailboatC1formal

   A small sloop-rigged sailing vessel that has a simplified rig and lacks a bowsprit.

   Тип парусной лодки

   • The knockabout was easy to handle for a single sailor.
   • They moored their knockabout in the quiet harbor.
   • He learned to sail on a classic knockabout.