To strike, as the breech, with the open hand; to slap.
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of Beat
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A blow, esp. one given with the open hand, or with something broad.
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A small sailing vessel, commonly rigged as a sloop, used chiefly in the coasting and fishing trade.
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of Smack
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To beat or flog soundly.
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To beat or flog soundly.
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To beat or flog soundly.
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To use the hands or fingers in toying; to make caressing strokes.
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