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rough-and-tumble vs tussle

tussle vs rough-and-tumble

rough-and-tumble and tussle both are nouns.

rough-and-tumble is an adjective but tussle is not an adjective.

rough-and-tumble is not a verb while tussle is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
rough-and-tumble Yes Yes No No
tussle Yes No Yes No
As nouns, rough-and-tumble and tussle are synonyms defined as:
  • rough-and-tumble and tussle: disorderly fighting
Other synonyms of rough-and-tumble include dogfight, hassle, scuffle.
rough-and-tumble (noun) tussle (noun)
disorderly fighting disorderly fighting
rough-and-tumble (adjective) tussle (adjective)
characterized by disorderly action and disregard for rules
rough-and-tumble (verb) tussle (verb)
make messy or untidy
fight or struggle in a confused way at close quarters
Difference between rough-and-tumble and tussle

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