boiseog — meaning in English

English meaning

• clap verb To strike the palms of the hands together to make a sharp sound, especially to applaud.
• pat verb To tap gently with the flat of the hand.
• slap noun A quick blow with the open hand.

Senses

boiseog is used for these senses in English:

• pat A light tap or slap, especially with the hands.
• slap (countable) A blow, especially one given with the open hand, or with something broad and flat.

clap — full definition

1. verb To strike the palms of the hands together to make a sharp sound, especially to applaud.
2. noun The act of clapping, or the sharp sound it makes.
3. noun A sudden, loud noise, especially of thunder.

pat — full definition

1. verb To tap gently with the flat of the hand.
2. noun A gentle tap or light slap with the hand.
3. noun A small, flattened lump of a soft substance, especially butter.
4. adj Exactly right or fitting for the occasion; sometimes suggesting an answer is too neat or rehearsed.

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