swatter

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

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noun an implement with a flat part (of mesh or plastic) and a long handle; used to kill insects
verb splash and flutter about in or as if in water

From swat + -er.

The puir bairn swam out like a water-spaniel, and I swattered hard for my life, wi' the help of ane of the oars; and here we are, comfortless creatures, that, till a good wind blew you here, had naething to eat but a mouthful of Norway rusk, that has mair sawdust than rye-meal in it, and tastes liker turpentine than any thing else." — The Pirate: Andrew Lang Edition, Walter Scott

flyswatter, flyswat

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