Meaning of the word "knock around" in English

What does "knock around" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

knock around

US /nɑːk əˈraʊnd/
UK /nɑːk əˈraʊnd/
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Phrasal Verb

1.

to spend time in a place or with people, doing nothing in particular

Example:
We just knocked around the city all day.
He likes to knock around with his old friends.
2.

to treat someone or something roughly or without care

Example:
He tends to knock around his tools, so they don't last long.
The old car has been knocked around quite a bit.
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