fall about
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To laugh so much that one's entire body moves somewhat uncontrollably.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
Every time he performed the trick people would fall about laughing.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “fall about” mean?
To laugh so much that one's entire body moves somewhat uncontrollably.
Is “fall about” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.