smacking

American

[smak-ing] / ˈsmæk ɪŋ /

adjective

smart, brisk, or strong, as a breeze.
Chiefly British Slang. smashing.

smacking British

/ ˈsmækɪŋ /

adjective

brisk; lively

a smacking breeze

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Other Word Forms

smackingly

adverb

Etymology

Origin of smacking

First recorded in 1585–95; smack ² + -ing ²

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smacking

Duckett shared an opening stand of 192 with Jacob Bethell, who fell for 91, before finally chipping a return catch to Prince Yadav in the 44th over after smacking 18 fours and a six.

From BBC ● Jul. 19, 2026

There's the nervous anticipation as the national anthems rings out around the stadium, the thrill of Kane smacking the ball in the goal, and the ecstasy of victory.

From BBC ● Jun. 22, 2026

The firm was flayed in 2018 by federal Judge Royce C. Lamberth of Washington, D.C., for engaging in what he labeled a “high-tech shakedown ... smacking of extortion.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 18, 2026

Several amendments have been attached and selected for debate - but the one that called for a ban on smacking children has been dropped.

From BBC ● Jun. 7, 2026

“Trade?” the witch asked theatrically, smacking her lips.

From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull

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