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spank·ing
 spanking
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- pronunciation:
- spaeng
kIng
- parts of speech:
- noun, adjective, adverb
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun, adjective)
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noun |
| definition: |
an instance of punishing a child by slapping or paddling the buttocks.
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| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition 1: |
brisk, quick, vigorous, or rapid.
a spanking wind |
| definition 2: |
(informal) exceptionally good; remarkable.
a spanking car |
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| part of speech: |
adverb |
| definition: |
(informal) extremely, exceptionally, or remarkably; very.
a spanking clean kitchen |
| derivation: |
spankingly (adv.) |
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