English dictionary
whack
/hw//&/k/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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the sound made by a sharp swift blow
Source: WordNet 3.0
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the act of hitting vigorously
ExamplesHe gave the table a whack.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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A smart resounding blow.
Source: webster1913
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A portion; share; allowance.
Source: webster1913
verb
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hit hard
ExamplesThe teacher whacked the boy.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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To strike; to beat; to give a heavy or resounding blow to; to thrash; to make with whacks.
Source: webster1913
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To strike anything with a smart blow.
Source: webster1913
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To divide into shares; as, to <i>whack</i> the spoils of a robbery; -- often with <i>up</i>.
Source: webster1913