English · Phrasal verb Attested

knock around

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Meaning · English

Synonym of knock about.

Where it’s used: Used American English

I like to knock around the garden on Saturdays.

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 “knock around” mean?

Synonym of knock about.

Is “knock around” formal or informal?

knock around is generally informal.

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