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slap
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- pronunciation:
- slaep
- parts of speech:
- noun, verb
part of speech: |
noun |
definition 1: |
a sharp blow with an open hand that makes a cracking sound.
She pretended to give him a slap on the face.- similar words:
- clap
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definition 2: |
the sound of such a blow.
There was a loud slap when he batted the volleyball with his hand.- similar words:
- clap
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related words: |
beat, blow, box, clip, offense |
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part of speech: |
verb |
inflections: |
slaps, slapping, slapped |
definition 1: |
to hit with a flat surface.
She slapped the mosquito when it landed on her arm.- similar words:
- clap
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definition 2: |
to put or throw down with the sound of a slap.
She slapped her papers down on the desk. |
definition 3: |
to hit against something with the sound of a slap.
The waves slapped against the shore. |
related words: |
box, clip, hit, knock, patch |
derivation: |
slapper (n.) |
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