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Meaning ofrough and tumblein English

rough and tumble

Definitions

Adjective
1. physically active; vigorous and rough
  The kids were rough and tumble in the playground.
2. highly competitive; fiercely contested (in sports, business, etc.)
  The company's rough and tumble approach to business led to several high-profile mergers.
Noun
1. an environment of harsh conditions
  The construction site was a rough and tumble environment.
2. violent confrontations; intense activity
  The city's rough and tumble reputation made tourists wary.
3. a person who engages in rough behavior
  The rough and tumble boxer had a reputation for being fierce in the ring.
Verb
1. to engage in fierce competitive activity
  The two teams would rough and tumble for the championship title.