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spanking

adjective noun

quick and energetic

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Word Facts

Word length
8
Starts with
S
Ends with
G
Contains
PA
Scrabble score
15
Database source
OEWN 2025 Core

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Pronunciation

ˈspæŋkɪŋ

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Meaning

Definitions

adjective

  1. quick and energetic

    “a brisk walk in the park”

noun

  1. the act of slapping on the buttocks

    “he gave the brat a good spanking”

In context

Example Sentences

a brisk walk in the park
a lively gait
a merry chase
traveling at a rattling rate
a snappy pace
he gave the brat a good spanking

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