The Clue
Put-down (4 letter answer)
The Answer
SLAP
Tags
Notes
The answer SLAP is seen frequently, appearing about once every 80 puzzles.
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Definition
SLAP as a noun:
1. (slap, smack) = a blow from a flat object (as an open hand)
2. (smack, smacking, slap) = the act of smacking something; a blow delivered with an open hand
SLAP as a verb:
1. hit with something flat, like a paddle or the open hand; "The impatient teacher slapped the student"; "a gunshot slapped him on the forehead"
SLAP as an adverb:
1. (bang, slap, slapdash, smack, bolt) = directly; "he ran bang into the pole"; "ran slap into her"