slap

[slæp]

slap Definition

• 1. to hit someone or something with the palm of the hand or a flat object
• 2. a quick hit with the palm of the hand or a flat object

Using slap: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "slap" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  He slapped me in the face.

• Example

  She slapped the mosquito on her arm.

• Example

  I gave him a slap on the back.

• Example

  The sound of the slap echoed through the room.

slap Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for slap

• hit
• smack
• whack
• clap
• bang

Antonyms for slap

• caress
• pet

Phrases with slap

• slap in the face

  an insult or rebuke

  Example

  After all the hard work I did, getting fired was a real slap in the face.

• slap on the wrist

  a mild punishment or warning

  Example

  The judge gave him a slap on the wrist for his first offense.

• slap and tickle

  sexual playfulness or flirtation

  Example

  They engaged in some slap and tickle before getting down to business.

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Summary: slap in Brief

The verb 'slap' [slæp] means to hit someone or something with the palm of the hand or a flat object. It can also refer to a quick hit with the palm of the hand or a flat object. 'Slap' is often used in phrases like 'slap in the face,' meaning an insult or rebuke, and 'slap on the wrist,' referring to a mild punishment or warning.