swats

noun

Meaning

A hard stroke, hit or blow, e.g., as part of a spanking.
Alternate spelling of swot: vigorous study at an educational institution.
To beat off, as insects; to bat, strike, or hit.
To illegitimately provoke a SWAT assault upon (someone).

Etymology / origin

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Related words

swatter(English)hits(English)spanks(English)whacks(English)scampers(English)pokes(English)dunks(English)slaps(English)

Descendant words

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Sources

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