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Word: Slap
Speech Type: Verb
late Middle English (as a verb): probably imitative. The noun dates from the mid 17th century
slap
hit or strike with the palm of the hand or a flat object
Short Definition:hit or strike with palm of hand or flat object
Examples:- my sister slapped my face
put or apply (something) somewhere quickly, carelessly, or forcefully
Short Definition:put or apply quickly or forcefully
Examples:- he slapped a copy of the paper on to her desk
Word: Slap
Speech Type: Noun
slap
a blow with the palm of the hand or a flat object
Short Definition:blow with palm of hand or flat object
Examples:- she gave her a slap across her cheek
make-up, especially when applied thickly or carelessly
Short Definition:make-up
Examples:- I put a bit of slap on my face and we were ready to go
Word: Slap
Speech Type: Adverb
slap
suddenly and directly, especially with great force
Short Definition:suddenly and directly
Examples:- storming out of her room, she went slap into Luke
- slap bang
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