slapstick
The origin and history of slapstick.
Etymology
From the slap stick, the hinged double board used in commedia dell'arte and pantomime to make a loud slapping noise; the name of the prop transferred to the style of comedy it accompanied.
The origin and history of slapstick.
From the slap stick, the hinged double board used in commedia dell'arte and pantomime to make a loud slapping noise; the name of the prop transferred to the style of comedy it accompanied.
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