noun

smacking

noun

The act of hitting someone with an open hand, especially as physical punishment.

"Several countries have banned the smacking of children entirely."

adjective

Producing a sharp, resounding sound, like a slap.

"She gave him a smacking kiss on the cheek."

How to Use Smacking

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishHitting with a sharp sound, or (as an adjective) loud and sharp-sounding.

UK vs US

In British English, "smacking" is commonly used for disciplining children (roughly equivalent to American "spanking").

smackings plural

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Several countries have banned the _____ of children entirely.

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