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pratfall

Pratfall (noun) means a fall onto the buttocks.

noun
1
A fall onto the buttocks.
2
A humiliating mistake.
3
A staged trip or fall, often for comedic purposes.
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Etymology

From prat + fall.

Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of pratfall?

"pratfall" (noun) means a fall onto the buttocks.

What are the different meanings of pratfall?

"pratfall" has 3 main meanings: 1. A fall onto the buttocks; 2. A humiliating mistake; 3. A staged trip or fall, often for comedic purposes.

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