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slapdash

The correct spelling is slapdash.

How to pronounce slapdash

/ˈslæpdæʃ/
verb

IPA: /ˈslæpdæʃ/

Say it like: Sla-pda-sh

The correct spelling is slapdash. To apply, or apply something to, in a hasty, careless, or rough manner; to roughcast. For example: "to slapdash a wall"

Usage Examples

to slapdash a wall

Van Eyck signed his portrait of the Arnolfinis slapdash in the center of the painting.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To apply, or apply something to, in a hasty, careless, or rough manner; to roughcast.

adjective

  1. 1.Produced or carried out hastily; haphazard; careless.

adverb

  1. 1.In a hasty or careless manner.
  2. 2.Directly, right there; slap-bang.
  3. 3.With a slap; all at once; slap.

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