spanking

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun the act of slapping on the buttocks
  2. verb give a spanking to; subject to a spanking
  3. adjective quick and energetic

Etymology

From spank (“to move energetically”) + -ing.

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