smacking Synonyms & Antonyms
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Smacking as a Verb
present participle and gerund of smack
To get the flavor of.
To indicate or suggest something; used with of.
Her reckless behavior smacks of pride.
To have a particular taste; used with of.
To slap someone.
To make a smacking sound.
To strike a child (usually on the buttocks) as a form of discipline. (US spank)
To wetly separate the lips, making a noise, after tasting something or in expectation of a treat.
To kiss with a close compression of the lips, so as to make a sound when they separate.
Smacking as a Noun
A series of smacks; the act by which somebody is smacked.
children who received regular smackings
Smacking as an Adjective
That resounds with a loud smack or series of smacks.
Smacking in a Sentence
children who received regular smackings
Her reckless behavior smacks of pride.
Word Forms & Grammar
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smacking (plural smackings)
smacking (not comparable)
Words That Rhyme With Smacking
Quick Facts About Smacking
| Part of speech | verb, noun, adjective |
|---|---|
| Meaning | present participle and gerund of smack |
| Plural | smackings |
