Slap
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /slæp/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Slap is a noun meaning (countable) A blow, especially one given with the open hand, or with something broad and flat.
Meaning
(countable) A blow, especially one given with the open hand, or with something broad and flat.
More Meanings
- (countable) A sharp percussive sound like that produced by such a blow.
- (countable, music) The percussive sound produced in slap bass playing.
- (transitive) To strike someone, typically with an open hand, often on the face.
- (transitive) To cause something to strike soundly.
- (intransitive) To strike soundly against something.
- (slang, uncountable) Makeup; cosmetics.
- (slang, countable) An eye-catching sticker used in street art.
Example Sentences
the slap of my feet on the bathroom tiles
She slapped him in response to the insult.
He slapped the reins against the horse's back.
He gave me a friendly slap on the back as a sign of camaraderie.
Word Forms
- slaps
- slapping
- slapped
Synonyms for slap
Depending on context, synonyms include just, right, slap bang, smack dab, bang, eat.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include smacking, smack, bang, slapdash, bolt, whack.
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