Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word A quick hit with an open hand, often used to indicate disapproval or surprise.
Slap
/slæp/Synonyms:
Antonyms:
Examples:
Becka slaps me on the shoulder.
"I love this girl!" he shouted, slapping her on the back.
That would be a terrific slap, all things considered.
Etymology:
First recorded in English in the 15th century, the word "slap" likely originated from a Norse or a Low German source, mimicking the sound it describes.
Usage Statistics:
15 mentions per 1 million words 
Hint: Frequency according to COCA
Moderate
Hint: Frequency according to COCA
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