Meaning of the word smack in English

What does smack mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

smack

US /smæk/
UK /smæk/

Verb

1.

to hit someone or something forcefully with the flat inside part of your hand, producing a short, loud noise, especially as a way of punishing a child:

Example:
I never smack my children.

Noun

1.

a hit from someone's flat hand as a punishment:

Example:
You're going to get a smack on the bottom if you don't stop throwing your toys.

Adverb

1.

exactly in a place or a situation:

Example:
She lives smack in the middle of Shanghai.
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