to kick around
Pronunciation
/kˈɪk ɐɹˈaʊnd/
British pronunciation
/kˈɪk ɐɹˈaʊnd/

Definition & Meaning of "kick around"in English

to kick around
[phrase form: kick]
01

to discuss or consider something in an informal and casual manner

to kick around definition and meaning
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We 've been kicking around the idea of a road trip this summer.
Let 's kick around a few concepts before settling on a design for the project.
02

to travel from one location to another location without a specific purpose or plan

to kick around definition and meaning
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After college, she and her friends decided to kick around South America for a few months.
Instead of taking a traditional vacation, we like to kick around the countryside, exploring new places as we go.
03

to subject someone to rough or unfair treatment

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It's not right to let your friends kick you around like that.
The workers protested against the company's policies that were kicking them around.
04

to be present but not actively used, often in a disorganized or casual manner

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I found some coins kicking around at the bottom of my bag.
The old furniture has been kicking around the garage for years.
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