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smack

The correct spelling is smack.

How to pronounce smack

/smæk/
noun

IPA: /smæk/

Say it like: Sma-k

The correct spelling is smack. A distinct flavor, especially if slight. For example: "rice pudding with a smack of cinnamon"

Usage Examples

rice pudding with a smack of cinnamon

Her reckless behavior smacks of pride.

Right smack bang in the middle.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A distinct flavor, especially if slight.
  2. 2.A slight trace of something; a smattering.
  3. 3.Heroin.
  4. 4.A form of fried potato; a scallop.
  5. 5.A small sailing vessel, commonly rigged as a sloop, used chiefly in the coasting and fishing trade and often called a fishing smack

verb

  1. 1.To get the flavor of.
  2. 2.To indicate or suggest something; used with of.
  3. 3.To have a particular taste; used with of.
  4. 4.To slap someone.
  5. 5.To make a smacking sound.

adverb

  1. 1.As if with a smack or slap; smartly; sharply.

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